Diabetes in children

Diabetes In Children: 7 Warning Signs That Parents Should Be Aware Of

Early screening, especially for obese kids, helps manage diabetes effectively. Here are tips for parents to stay proactive for your child's health! Read hrere.

Jan 29, 2024, 19:57 PM IST

World Diabetes Day 2023: Peeing More Than Usual? Could Be More Than Just A Phase- Expert Shares Early Warning Signs Of Type 2 Diabetes In Children

World Diabetes Day, observed annually on November 14, gained UN recognition in 2006 after its establishment in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization. Driven by mounting concerns over diabetes's health and economic impact, the day highlights the chronic metabolic disease's threat. According to WHO, diabetes, characterized by elevated blood glucose levels, poses long-term risks to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys, and nerves. 

Nov 14, 2023, 15:23 PM IST

Diabetes Management In Kids: Causes, Challenges, Symptoms And Psychological Impact - What Expert Says

Diabetes is a chronic illness and it's very important to keep it under control to lead a healthy life. When children are diagnosed with high blood sugar, managing the disease can be even more challenging. An expert shares the dos and don'ts of diabetes management in kids. 

Jul 19, 2023, 10:38 AM IST

High Blood Sugar Risk: Diabetes Cases Continue To Increase Among Kids And Young Adults: Study

According to researchers,  Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes continue to increase in children and young adults. Learn more.

Mar 13, 2023, 01:37 AM IST

World Diabetes Day 2022: Do not AVOID these diabetes complications in kids

In the last few years, the diabetes cases in kids have been dramatically increasing. This is because of the poor lifestyle choices, increasing screentime and pressure.

Nov 13, 2022, 19:19 PM IST

Type-1 diabetes victimizes around 97,000 children in India

Doctors are keen on busting the common myths on Type-1 diabetes and spreading awareness on various ways of managing the disease.

Mar 21, 2018, 12:46 PM IST

Cow's milk-based baby formula not associated with type 1 diabetes in kids

Type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin.

Jan 03, 2018, 15:49 PM IST

PM Modi expresses concern over diabetes victimising children, urges change in lifestyle

PM Narendra Modi urged families to make sure that their children remain physically active, their indoor activities are limited and they indulge in outdoor activities.

Oct 29, 2017, 12:58 PM IST

High Vitamin D levels in childhood may cut diabetes risk

Vitamin D represents a candidate protective factor for Type 1 diabetes as it regulates the immune system and autoimmunity, the researchers said. 

Oct 24, 2017, 18:52 PM IST

Diabetic kids should use insulin pumps instead of injections: Experts

The study also looked at one measure of blood sugar known as glycated hemoglobin, which assesses average blood sugar levels over the previous several months. 

Oct 11, 2017, 17:38 PM IST

Let your child sleep for extra hours, it will lower risk of developing Type-2 diabetes

For adults, getting too much or not enough sleep both have been linked with adiposity and Type 2 diabetes.

Aug 16, 2017, 11:25 AM IST

Artificial pancreas can control diabetes in children

The wearable artificial pancreas can track the patient`s blood sugar level and adjust the amount of insulin given to keep the blood sugar in a target range.

Apr 05, 2017, 16:51 PM IST

Children at risk of developing diabetes if they spend more than three hours in front of a screen!

The study, published in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood, linked increased levels of body fat and insulin resistance in children to regular extended periods of screen time.

Mar 14, 2017, 11:03 AM IST

How to spot Type 1 diabetes in children: Watch!

Here is how to spot the four most common symptoms of Type 1 diabetes in children and young people.

Mar 23, 2016, 10:22 AM IST