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Welcome to Diabetes Advocacy
We strive to be your go-to resource for navigating life with diabetes. Because we live with diabetes, we understand the challenges that come with managing this condition. Our mission is to provide you with information that is easy to comprehend and empowers you on your journey.
Living with diabetes can feel relentless. You must deal with high and low blood sugars, insurance companies, trips to the pharmacy, diabetes clinic appointments and more!
At Diabetes Advocacy, we are your ally. We offer you education and support to transform those feelings of uncertainty into a sense of control.
No one chooses to have diabetes, but we help you navigate each day with informed decisions that enhance your overall well-being.
Learn more about…
Parenting a child with diabetes
What you need to know as a parent of a child with type 1 diabetes.
Insulin Pump
Therapy
If you are considering an insulin pump, learn which pumps are available and their features.
Disability Tax
Credit in Canada
Canadians with type 1 diabetes now qualify for the DTC without proving time spent! Learn more about this credit.
Catch up with our latest articles
Read more about life with diabetes and find answers to the questions that you have.
Accu-Chek Solo Micropump
The FDA has approved the Accu-Chek Solo micropump for use in people with type 1 diabetes aged 2 and over. Here are the key features.
What is new in the Mobi insulin pump?
In July of 2023, the FDA approved for sale, the smallest insulin pump on the market today. The Mobi from Tandem Diabetes Care.
What is the iLet Bionic Pancreas?
The iLet Bionic Pancreas is the only insulin pump to require no carb counting, corrections, or calculating boluses. It simply uses your body weight to get started!
Are you a Canadian with type 1 diabetes?
Have you applied for the DTC yet?
On July 12th, 2022 Barb Wagstaff explained to a live audience how the June 23, 2022 changes to the Disability Tax Credit eligibility criteria impacted Canadians with diabetes. Hear what she had to say.
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