How is type 1 diabetes different from type 2 diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks the cells that make insulin.
Can I prevent type 1 diabetes in my child?
You cannot prevent type 1 diabetes in your child. At this time, there is no known way
What is type 1 diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the
What if my child has a first-degree relative (parent, sibling) with a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes?
Babies or children who have a first‑degree relative with T1D (a parent or sibling) may have limited
Is my child eligible for type 1 diabetes screening?
Babies up to six months of age born in Ontario, British Columbia or Quebec who completed newborn
No one in my family has type 1 diabetes. Should my child still get screened?
Every child can be screened. 90% of children with type 1 diabetes have no family history, so
Why is this study important for my child? What are the benefits of screening for risk of type 1 diabetes?
Symptoms of type 1 diabetes can be subtle and are often misdiagnosed or misunderstood, which often delays
What is CanCHECK-T1D?
CanCHECK-T1D is a Canadian research initiative aiming to develop a national pilot screening program for risk of
What About Accessibility and Accommodations?
If you have accessibility needs or require an accommodation, please let us know using the expression of
Is There Anything I Need In Order To Participate?
Since the Health Disparities and EDI/SGBA+ Committee will include people across Canada, access to a smart phone,