Physical activity can be a powerful tool for improving quality of life and overall well-being. But if you or your child are living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), doing physical activity can also complicate blood sugar management and increase its variability. The risks of hypo- and hyperglycemia are greater not only during physical activity, but … Read more
If you’re living with Type 1 diabetes, you’re probably well aware of how it can impact various aspects of your health. One aspect that is often overlooked, but is equally important, is oral health. Studies have shown that diabetes is a risk factor for multiple oral health complications. Namely, periodontitis (severe inflammation of the gums) … Read more
It cannot be emphasized enough: regular exercise is important, and even more so for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D), especially children and teenagers. Physical activity contributes to well-being and can help maintain a healthy weight. For people with T1D, it also enables the body to improve insulin sensitivity (i.e., respond better to insulin), which … Read more
Novo Nordisk Canada/Paladin Labs has recently announced the end of production of its GlucaGen HypoKit, following in the steps of Eli Lilly, who also recently stopped producing and selling its injectable glucagon emergency kit. The company specified that these products will no longer be available starting February 2024. The company’s decision is based on the … Read more
Hypoglycemia, or blood sugar that is lower than 4.0 mmol/L, is the most common complication in the treatment of type 1 diabetes (T1D). This condition affects the quality of life of people with T1D who experience it repeatedly. Hypoglycemia can manifest through unpleasant symptoms such as fatigue, sweating, tremors and palpitations. It must be treated … Read more
It’s recommended that people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) keep a source of rapid-acting sugars on hand in case of hypoglycemia. According to data from the BETTER registry, juice is a very popular option (first choice for 45% of respondents). Dex4 tablets are also very popular (first choice for 24% of respondents) because they’re easy … Read more
People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) are familiar with the 15 g/15 m rule, as this is the current recommendation for treating non-severe hypoglycemia (with a blood sugar value < 4.0 mmol/L), i.e., that they’re able to treat on their own, without assistance. There are as many causes of hypoglycemia (e.g., too much insulin, physical … Read more
The Eli Lilly Company recently announced that it will stop producing and selling its emergency glucagon injection kit used to treat severe hypoglycemic episodes. In Canada, the product will no longer be available as of June 2023. The decision was made due to the decreased demand for injectable glucagon ever since nasal glucagon was made … Read more
Despite your and your child’s healthcare team’s best efforts to keep your child’s blood sugar within target, severe hypoglycemic episodes can happen, and it’s best to always be prepared for the unpredictable. Should your child not be able to safely ingest any glucose tablets or fruit juice, you’ll have to administer glucagon, a hormone that … Read more
Hypoglycemia (blood sugar below 4.0 mmol/L) is not only the most common complication for people who take insulin, but also the one they fear the most. Experiencing hypoglycemia is one of the hardest, most stressful and sometimes scariest part of living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). A study conducted in Quebec found that, on average, … Read more
