Type 1 Diabetes

How a diabetes educator can support your care

• Understand how insulin and blood sugar work

• Correct insulin injection techniques

• Learn how to adjust insulin for food, activity, and illness

• Carb counting and bolus dose calculator apps - understanding ICR and ISF

• Ketone testing and action guide to prevent the development of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) 

• Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugars) prevention & management

• Pre-pump education for those considering insulin pump therapy

• Travel letters for sharps/CGMs/insulin pumps

• Diabetes Burnout / Diabetes Related Mental Health Assessments

• National Diabetes Service Scheme (NDSS) registrations & access to supplies (CGMs/pump supplies /sharps /testing strips)