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Many children have required summer reading to finish before the school year begins. Parents of children who have diabetes also have an assignment - to provide the school with a plan that lists the daily needs of their child while at school, playing sports or on a field trip.
Parents must work with the child’s physician to create a diabetes management plan then meet with teachers or other school personnel to ensure this plan is in place well before school starts. Since school personnel may need to be trained, the time to begin developing the plan of care for your child is NOW.
Become familiar with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). This law prohibits schools and day care centers (except ones operated by religious organizations) from discriminating against people with disabilities, including diabetes. Any school that receives federal funding is required to comply with the Individuals With Disability Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. For more information visit
www.childrenwithdiabetes.com. On the left side of the page under the Clinic category, click on 504 plan.
Parents, physicians and school personnel have a responsibility to create an environment where all children can be safe and learn to the best of their abilities. Timely planning and communication will prevent emergencies as well as misunderstandings.
Knowing about the risk factors and symptoms of type 2 diabetes is important. Take an online risk assessment test NOW to find out your risk. Send your family, friends, and co-workers here to get an assessment. Who knows, one of them could have diabetes and not even know. But remember, this test is NOT diagnostic and is only a measure of relative risk. Only your doctor can diagnose you with diabetes.
Planning a family reunion, church or social gathering in the Greater Cleveland area soon? CLICK HERE to find out how you can receive free diabetes information to pass out to those attending.
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