Vitamin D Supplements: What Parents Should Know
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Most kids get enough vitamin D from April through October by playing outside. Learn when and how to supplement your child’s vitamin D intake.
Type 1 Diabetes News and Updates
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Genetic Differences Help Distinguish Type 1 Diabetes in Children from “Type 1.5” Diabetes in Adults
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A multi-center team of researchers led by Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has discovered a genetic signature that could help distinguish an adult-onset form of diabetes sharing many type 1 diabetes (T1D) characteristics from pediatric-onset T1D.
CHOP Expert Featured in Philadelphia Inquirer
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Melissa Rearson, pediatric nurse practitioner, shares tips for managing diabetes.
Managing Your Child’s Chronic Disease: Make Your School Your Ally
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Read advice for working with schools to keep your child with chronic disease healthy and safe.
More Rights for Students with Diabetes
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A new Pennsylvania state law allows students with diabetes to participate in their diabetes care and attend school-sponsored activities without requiring a school nurse to be present.
Diabetes Summer Camps
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Diabetes camp is a great opportunity for kids with diabetes to make life-long friends, enjoy a week of adventurous fun, and learn life skills in diabetes care.
Helping Families Manage Diabetes in All Settings
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In addition to the excellent clinical care, the Diabetes Center for Children helps families, schools, and other caregivers in the community be prepared to assist with a child’s treatment.
Difference Between Social Work and Psychology Services
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For a child with diabetes, social workers and psychologists can offer important services that will make diabetes easier to manage and minimize the potential for negative impact on day-to-day life.
Back to School with Diabetes
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Don't wait until the last minute to get your child with diabetes ready to go back to school. Our latest newsletter highlighted our best back to school and college resources. Check them all out!
Have Your Chosen Your New Diabetes Care Team?
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The Diabetes Center at CHOP is enhancing its team approach to care. Each family will pick a team — based on the day, location or providers you prefer.