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Young People with Diabetes (family perspective)

Blood tests & insulin injections

In this 'Speaking From Experience' video clip, participants discuss establishing a medical routine for their child. This can be one of the most difficult aspects of adjusting to the illness as, at first, it may cause the child some distress.

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