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Treating Type 2 Diabetes for Parents
Kids who are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes follow a diabetes care plan to help them manage the condition and stay healthy and active.
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Insulin Injections for Parents
Before giving an insulin injection, know the basics so you can set up and do it safely and with confidence.
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How to Manage Blood Sugars With Type 1 Diabetes for Kids
Keeping blood sugar levels under control can help keep you healthy and prevent health problems from happening down the road. Find out more.
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Transitioning Your Medical Care: Diabetes for Teens
Most teens with diabetes should switch to an adult health care provider when they're between 18 and 21. Here's how you can do that.
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Keeping Track of Your Child’s Blood Sugar for Parents
To keep blood sugar levels under control, you have to check them regularly. Learn about checking and recording your child's blood sugar levels.
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How Being Active Helps Kids With Type 1 Diabetes for Parents
Diabetes doesn't have to get in the way of exercise and sports competition. Like anyone else, kids with diabetes are healthier if they get plenty of exercise.
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Keeping Track of Your Blood Sugar for Kids
Checking your blood sugar levels is a really important part of managing diabetes. Knowing those levels will help you keep your blood sugar under control - and that helps you feel good and keeps you healthy.
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Helping Your Child Adjust to Diabetes for Parents
Learn all you can about diabetes so you'll be better prepared to talk about it with your child.
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How to Stay Healthy With Type 2 Diabetes for Kids
Kids with type 2 diabetes can do things to feel good and stay healthy. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Motivating School-Age Kids to Be Active for Parents
Being active is a key part of good health for all school-age kids. So how do you get kids motivated to be active, especially those who aren't gifted athletes?
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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