Newly Diagnosed with Type 1

If you are here at “Newly Diagnosed” it most likely means you or someone you know and probably love, have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Let us be the first to say, “We’re sorry,” but we are glad you have found your way here.

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The Basics

A type 1 diagnosis is overwhelming—some say like swimming with sharks. These Basics are just that—the basics you need the first few weeks of adjusting to type 1.

Glossary

Learn the lingo with our comprehensive glossary, a resource designed to demystify the complex terminology surrounding diabetes and related health...

All About Insulin

Editor’s Note: People who take insulin require consistently affordable and predictable sources of insulin at all times. If you or...

Let’s Talk Lows

Hypoglycemia—or low blood sugar (“lows“)—is one of the most difficult, frightening, and stressful aspects of having diabetes. Low blood sugars...

Just Diagnosed with Diabetes? Here’s Who You Need on Your Team

Editor’s Note: People who take insulin require consistently affordable and predictable sources of insulin at all times. If you or...

Newly Diagnosed Meal Plan

Note: By providing a place for the community to share real life experiences we hope you find inspiration and new ways...

Just Diagnosed with Diabetes? Why and How to Find Mental Health Support

Editor’s Note: People who take insulin require consistently affordable and predictable sources of insulin at all times. If you or...

The Next Layer

For in-depth information on how to manage type 1 diabetes, and guides on teaching type 1 to others, check out these resources below.

What is LADA? (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults)

Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA) is a type of diabetes that is often misdiagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Also...

Type 1 Diabetes Guides

Whether you are dealing with a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes or looking to teach others about type 1...

Life with Type 1 Stories

From Breakthrough T1D

Newly Diagnosed Kits

Our partners at Breakthrough T1D have made kits available to anyone facing a new diagnosis: Find type 1 diabetes (T1D) tools, resources and information for any age or stage of life.

Breakthrough T1D Bag of Hope – When your child receives a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes (T1D), you can find helpful information and support through the Breakthrough T1D Bag of Hope®.
Breakthrough T1D Teen Pack – Our Breakthrough T1D No Limits care kit provides teens and parents with the information and encouragement needed to adjust to life with T1D.
Breakthrough T1D Adult Pack – The Breakthrough T1D No Limits Adult care kit is a free resource providing information and tools to educate, support and inspire newly diagnosed adults with T1D.