Type 1 Diabetes Screening & Awareness for Health Care Professionals
Type 1 diabetes incidence and prevalence is increasing. Many studies indicate that measuring islet autoantibodies in relatives of those with type 1 diabetes can effectively identify those who will develop it. Testing, coupled with education about diabetes symptoms and close follow-up, has been shown to enable earlier diagnosis and to prevent diabetes ketoacidosis.
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Type 1 Diabetes Roundtable Report
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) convened leading experts, including endocrinologists, researchers, primary care professionals, certified diabetes care and education specialists, and mental health professionals to understand opportunities and barriers to type 1 diabetes screening and awareness.
The outcome of this roundtable is a report that outlines the discussion and potential opportunities for future direction.
The associations who participated:
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Academy of Physician Associates
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
- International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes
The report does not necessarily reflect official guidelines or recommendations from the American Diabetes Association or other participating organizations.
