Type 1 diabetes: Support for your journey
Each year, 1.2 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes—and about 5 to 10% of them have T1D.
Early detection is important
Random blood glucose test
Fasting blood glucose test
Glycated hemoglobin test
Autoantibody test
Ketone test
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HealthTap provides expert diabetes care and support from the comfort of your home.
- Cost: Some insurance plans accepted, including select Medicare and Medicaid. Self-pay options are also available.
- Quick access: Available nationwide with appointments typically available within a week.
- Ongoing support: Receive continious care from your selected doctor.
Get independent virtual care
HealthTap provides expert diabetes care and support from the comfort of your home.
- Cost: Covered by many insurance plans nationwide, including select Medicare. Self-pay options are also available.
- Quick access: Available nationwide with appointments typically available within a week.
- Ongoing support: Receive continuous care from the doctor you choose.
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Your care team will help you put together your treatment plan, which can include medicine and lifestyle adjustments.
When diagnosed with T1D, you'll likely need to start taking insulin shots (or wear an insulin pump) every day.
Regular blood sugar checks will help you monitor your progress and keep your blood sugar close to your target goal. Your care team will help you figure out how often to check your blood sugar and what your blood sugar target should be.
Learn about Lilly's FDA-approved treatment options for people living with Type 1 diabetes.
Your care team will help you put together your management plan, which can include medicine and lifestyle adjustments.
When diagnosed with T1D, you'll likely need to start taking insulin shots (or wear an insulin pump) every day.
Regular blood sugar checks will help you monitor your progress and keep your blood sugar close to your target goal. Your care team will help you figure out how often to check your blood sugar and what your blood sugar target should be.
Learn about Lilly's FDA-approved treatment options for people living with type 1 diabetes.
Need help with your insulin? Visit Lilly's insulin affordability page for more resources.
There are many devices available for the management of T1D. Depending on your current treatment plan, some devices may be a better fit for you over others. Talk to your doctor about which device works best for you.
Monitoring your blood glucose levels:
- A blood glucose meter allows you to check your current blood sugar level through a finger prick to obtain a blood sample.
- Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are a sensor that is placed on your skin. Your blood sugar levels are then sent to a small device or smartphone.
Lilly has an FDA-approved device.
Visit the website to learn more
Delivering insulin to the body:
- Insulin injections are self-administered doses of insulin delivered through a syringe or pen
- A smart insulin pen is a reusable pen that connects to a smartphone app. You can track insulin doses and blood sugar levels. Some apps will offer reminders, alerts, and reports.
- Insulin pumps are wearable devices that automatically deliver a personalized dose of insulin to the body.
- Automated insulin delivery systems can measure your blood sugar levels and can automatically deliver insulin to the body.
Managing a healthy lifestyle and habits is one of the ways you can take care of yourself during your journey with T1D. It's important to focus on the 5 pillars of well-being: movement, food, stress management, sleep, and connection.
Explore science-backed articles and videos in our well-being library.
Looking for an independent, virtual registered dietitian?
For additional community resources to help you feel more connected, check out Beyond Type 1's community guide and DiabetesSisters website to find events, resources, and more.
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