Learning your child has diabetes is quite a shock. This area of diabetes.org is for parents whose child has just been diagnosed. It covers the basics of diabetes treatment, as well as issues you may experience in the months and years ahead. It's not meant to replace advice and education from your child's health care team. Rather, use this as a reference as you begin your diabetes journey.

What is diabetes?
Learn about type 1 and type 2 diabetes, the signs and symptoms of diabetes, and the complications of diabetes.

Diabetes Care
When your child is diagnosed with diabetes, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the information you're given. This section will give you a quick overview of diabetes treatment. Managing diabetes is a matter of juggling three things: insulin, food, and exercise. All three have a major effect on diabetes control.

Living with Diabetes
Diabetes affects everything you do. In this section, learn how diabetes may affect relationships with family and friends. Or, what do you on sleep overs, or vacations or when traveling? It's all here.

How has Diabetes Inspired You?
Inspired by Diabetes is a global campaign asking people with diabetes, as well as their family, friends and healthcare professionals, to express how diabetes has impacted their lives — and share those stories with others around the world.

Diabetes and the Law
Unfortunately, people with diabetes -- of all ages -- face discrimination at times. Children with diabetes most often run into discrimination at school or day care. Parents, know your child's rights under the law.

Resources
This section provides a listing of some resources that may be of help to you in learning more about diabetes.

Planet D
Kids, check out this Web site especially for you! Here you'll find all kinds of great stuff to help you manage your diabetes.

For Teens
All teens face challenges and have to make decisions about dating, driving, and alcohol, among other things. Teens with diabetes face the same choices as their friends. Here's a rundown of some common teen issues and how diabetes may affect them.

For Schools
This section provides school personnel with information needed in order to understand diabetes and provide a safe environment for all students.

Nutrition & Recipes

 

 Diabetes Research

 

Step Out to Fight Diabetes
Find out information about Step Out to Fight Diabetes, or register online

Step Up to Fight Diabetes
Find out information about Step Up to Fight Diabetes, a pilot program in Philadelphia on Saturday, October 20, 2007.

Tour de Cure
Find out information about Tour de Cure, or register online

Diabetes EXPO
Look for a Diabetes EXPO coming soon to a city near you!

School Walk for Diabetes
Learn about how elementary and middle schools raise funds for research, information, and advocacy.

Father of the Year Awards
The Father of the Year Awards is a fund-raising event that honors men who serve as role models for their children and who have helped to make a positive difference in their communities. 

American Diabetes Alert
Learn more about this annual, one-day call-to-action for people to find out if they are at risk for diabetes

American Diabetes Month
Learn more about American Diabetes Month

Diabetes Camps
Learn how diabetes camps provide a great opportunity for children and teenagers who have diabetes.

Community Campaign for Diabetes
Join the Community Campaign for Diabetes.

Other Events & Fund Raisers
Find out about other events and fund raisers that help support our mission

African Americans and Diabetes
Discover information and resources specific to the African American community

Latinos and Diabetes
Discover information and resources specific to the Latino community

Native Americans and Diabetes
Discover information and resources specific to the Native American community

Asian Americans and Diabetes
Discover information and resources specific to the Asian American community

For the Workplace
Your company can implement a wide range of activities that will provide your employees with diabetes and healthy living information as well as opportunities to be more active and make more nutritious food choices.

Professional Education Activities
Check out our professional education activities and courses that focus on the latest in basic and clinical research.