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Sliding scale insulin is something we've all probably heard of and many of us have used it, but what is it exactly? In this video we explore what sliding scale insulin is, why and when it's used, and the advantages and disadvantages of its use.
Carb counting can be super confusing, and is arguably one of the hardest parts of living with type 1, but thankfully it's a skill you can definitely master! View a wide variety of recently updated carb counting tutorials and practice problems for your learning!
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Watch short, entertaining videos to help you understand and treat type 1
Carb counting is tough, but we have plenty of tutorials and practice resources
Learn how to advocate for yourself and others at work and school
Find resources about caring for a child with type 1
Curious about how sliding scale insulin works? Read this brief article with practice problems to learn about the technique and when it should be used.
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Easily keep track of your diabetes stats with printable charts and logs
Learn about having a student with type 1, including medical and legal topics
Find printable medical IDs to help keep you safe when you're out and about
Looking for something shorter?
Want to learn a little bit about diabetes but don't have the time for a full video? Check out these YouTube shorts for fun, quick, and informative diabetes-related tidbits.
Head over to YouTube to find these videos and many more!
Type 1 Diabetes Explained exists to provide resources to help you or you loved one manage type 1 diabetes and to help fill the educational gap sometimes left by outpatient education. From entertaining videos filled to the brim with colorful animations to worksheets and charts outlining carb counting and insulin dosing, every resource is carefully developed and edited to be as beneficial as possible.
All of the resources here on Type 1 Diabetes Explained are free for everyone forever, since knowledge about how to treat a medical condition and live a healthy life should always be easily and freely accessible.
