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Resources for People Living with Type 1 Diabetes

2024/09/24

Living well with Type 1 Diabetes  

Living well with Type 1 Diabetes is about taking care of your health in order to fulfil your aspirations and life goals. Remember, your life encompasses more than your diabetes condition. To support you in this journey towards living well with Type 1 Diabetes, NUH has curated a range of resources.

Achieving optimal glucose levels for better health 

High and low blood glucose levels can affect your wellbeing. High blood glucose (hyperglycaemia) causes fatigue, increased thirst and frequent urination.  On the other hand, low blood glucose (hypoglycaemia) may lead to dizziness, cold sweats, headaches, nervousness and hunger. In severe cases, it can cause weakness, confusion or even loss of consciousness. 

Stabilising blood glucose within the optimal range is crucial for feeling healthy. It enables you to engage actively in daily activities, whether at school, work or with family and friends. In addition, it prevents or delays serious long-term complications associated with sustained high blood sugar, such as blindness, kidney failure and nerve damage.  

What are the skills that will help you achieve your goal?
​Effective management of Type 1 diabetes and insulin therapy is key to taking control of your health. Developing proficiency in the following self-care skills will empower you to make informed daily decisions to maintain optimal glucose levels.   
Monitoring Blood Glucose Levels

Click for more information: Monitoring Blood Glucose Levels 

OR download the PDF  

Knowing Your Insulins
Click for more information: Knowing Your Insulins 

OR download the PDF 
Flexible Meal-Time Insulin Dosing and Carbohydrate Counting
Click for more information:  Flexible Meal-Time Insulin Dosing and Carbohydrate Counting 

OR download the PDF 

Using the Insulin Sensitivity Factor (ISF) to Correct High Blood Glucose
Putting ICR, Carbohydrate Counting and ISF together

Click for more information:  Putting ICR, Carbohydrate Counting and ISF Together

OR download the PDF

Trouble-Shooting High Blood Glucose Levels
Click for more information:  Trouble-Shooting High Blood Glucose Levels 

OR download the PDF 

Sick Day Management
Click for more information:  Sick Day Management 

OR download the PDF 
Hypoglycemia

Click for more information:  Hypoglycemia 

OR download the PDF 

Exercising with Type 1 Diabetes
Click for more information:  Exercising with Type 1 Diabetes 

OR download the PDF 
Travelling with Type 1 Diabetes

Click for more information:  Travelling with Type 1 Diabetes 

OR download the PDF

Planning for Pregnancy
Click for more information:  Planning for Pregnancy 

OR download the PDF 

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