Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the immune system destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. It accounts for around 8% of all diabetes cases and can be diagnosed at any age.
People with type 1 diabetes need insulin replacement for life — this is non-negotiable. Modern insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), and hybrid closed-loop systems are making day-to-day management increasingly automated.
What you’ll find in our type 1 articles
- Diagnosis: blood tests, antibodies, C-peptide
- Insulin regimens and pump therapy
- CGM technology and time-in-range targets
- Hypoglycaemia and DKA prevention
- Living with type 1 — work, sport, pregnancy
Latest articles on Type 1 Diabetes
Types of Diabetes: A Comprehensive Guide: evidence-based guidance reviewed against current NICE and ADA recommendations. Practical, plain-language.
Type 1 Diabetes: Understanding the Chronic Condition and its Management: type 1 diabetes guidance based on NICE NG17 and ADA
Type 1 Diabetes: Understanding the Chronic Condition and its Management: type 1 diabetes guidance based on NICE NG17 and ADA
Hypoglycaemia or low blood sugar: recognising hypoglycaemia, how to treat it (the 15/15 rule), preventing future episodes, and when to
Hypoglycaemia or low blood sugar: recognising hypoglycaemia, how to treat it (the 15/15 rule), preventing future episodes, and when to
Understanding Low Blood Sugar: A Comprehensive Guide to Hypoglycemia: recognising hypoglycaemia, how to treat it (the 15/15 rule), preventing future.
Bursting Diabetes Myths: Clearing up Common Misconceptions: evidence-based guidance reviewed against current NICE and ADA recommendations. Practical.
Bursting Diabetes Myths: Clearing up Common Misconceptions: evidence-based guidance reviewed against current NICE and ADA recommendations. Practical.
Understanding Type 1 Diabetes: What You Need to Know: type 1 diabetes guidance based on NICE NG17 and ADA Standards
Understanding Type 1 Diabetes: What You Need to Know: type 1 diabetes guidance based on NICE NG17 and ADA Standards
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