Type 1 Diabetes

• Regina Pediatric Diabetes closure ‘terrifying’ for Wolseley mother and daughter

  "We've been with them now for a year and we’ve built relationships and learned to trust each other, and now that's ripped away, that's gone.” -Jess McBride

  Politics

  Sep 21
  
• Parents urge province to create standard of care for Ontario students with diabetes

  Technological advances in the management of Type 1 diabetes mean that most kids wear a pump that administers insulin so separate needle injections are not needed.

  Health

  Feb 10
  
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• As Canada’s diabetes rates stabilize, experts say it’s not all good news

  As global diabetes rates rise, prevalence of the disease in Canada has stabilized in recent years, with women seeing the most progress, new research suggests.

  Health

  Nov 14, 2024
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• 1st weekly insulin injection coming to Canada. How does it work?

  Awiqli, a weekly insulin injection, will soon become available in Canada, which doctors say will 'make life easier' for people living with diabetes.

  Health

  Jun 19, 2024
• Regina grandpa with diabetes teams up with grandson to hit the runway

  Bob Gawley and his grandson Nate both deal with type 1 diabetes. This weekend, the duo teamed up for a fashion show to raise money for kids dealing with diabetes.

  Canada

  May 11, 2024
• Calgary family turns grief into good with Kelsey’s Day of Kindness

  A Calgary mother is keeping the legacy of her daughter alive, 10 years after she lost her to complications with Type 1 diabetes.

  Education

  May 8, 2024
• Diabetes medication Humalog faces shortage in Canada

  Eli Lilly has issued a warning regarding the shortage of an insulin product in both Canada and the U.S. that is expected to persist until mid-April.

  Health

  Apr 5, 2024
• Edmonton diabetes clinic adds mental health supports to tackle burnout

  An Edmonton clinic is working to ensure patients living with Type 1 diabetes take care of their blood sugars and their mental health.

  Canada

  Feb 20, 2024
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• Diabetes study finds gaps in patient care for those living with the disease

  An Alberta diabetes study is hoping to flip the script between providers and patients to improve health-care outcomes.

  Health

  Jan 2, 2024
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• New Brunswick eliminates age cap on insulin pump coverage

  Starting on Aug. 15th, those with Type 1 diabetes aged 25 and over will be able have the costs of the equipment covered if they are unable to get it covered through insurance.

  Health

  Aug 1, 2023