If you have recently been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes we know it can be a daunting and confusing time. To get an insight as to how some others have dealt with the diagnosis of diabetes we recommend that you have a look at https://www.diabetes.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/DiabetesType1A5_JULY_2020_web-version.pdf

For parents: If you are a parent and your child has recently been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, please check out our ‘your child and diabetes’ page here.

Diabetes Ireland is here to help you. Diabetes Ireland offers support and advice via the following:

• Call our helpline on 01 8428118
• Counselling service at our Care Centres
• Email support via [email protected]
• Diabetes Ireland magazine issued to members quarterly
• Educating and advocating
• Local support groups and community events