Here you can find all the information you need to know about diabetes in the teenage years. Diabetes is a real threat in today's fast-food, high fat society. Ireland's diabetes problem has been growing steadily every year and hopefully, education can help stem a disease that can be prevented.



Learn about what diabetes actually is, how there are two types, and how your parents can have a big effect on whether you get it or not.
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How does diabetes change your life? We see how it can affect your social life and learn that alcohol can be major problem if not handled correctly.
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Type 2 diabetes can generally be prevented by a good diet, but the same cannot be said for Type 1. Learn More in the Prevention section.
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Diabetes is usually treated with a dose of insulin, we show you what it does to help your diabetes and when you should take it.
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There are many support groups for people with diabetes, we have a list. And remember, you can always consult your family GP.
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