Why Schools are Failing Kids with Type 1 Diabetes

Join our newsletter: https://diabetech.info Follow me here:   / diabe_tech     / diabe_tech     / diabetechjustin   Learn about Eversense 365 CGM: https://diabetech.link/eversenseCGM Learn about Omnipod 5*: https://bit.ly/Omnipod5Diabetech Sending a child to school with type 1 diabetes should be easier in 2026. In this episode I break down why it remains one of the most stressful parts of managing the disease. I sit down with Dr. Taylor Inman, a physician and parent of a child with type 1 diabetes, to unpack the major gaps in school-based diabetes care despite widespread use of CGMs and insulin pumps. We explore how outdated policies, lack of training, and limited support systems are forcing families into constant crisis mode, sometimes even pushing parents out of the workforce. We also dive into her national survey data, revealing how common these challenges are across the U.S. and what needs to change. DISCLAIMERS: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only Always consult with your medical team before making changes to your health care. Watch Next:    • DIY Diabetes Apps Compared - Loop vs Trio   Resources: Survey Results: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1... Follow T1D: https://followt1ds.org /   / followt1ds   Products I recommend: SugarDash: https://diabetech.link/sugardash Glowcose CGM Light: https://bit.ly/glowcoselight Diabetes Supplies: https://amzn.to/3N2Qs5F Production Gear I Use: https://amzn.to/4fWzVvS?r=lp&m=MnbegA... *Omnipod (today's sponsor): 10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof. Chapters: T1D In Schools - 00:00 Taylor Inman Background - 02:44 School with T1D - 07:41 Public Schools - 20:28 The Survey - 38:32 Switching Schools - 52:42 Actionable Steps We Can Take - 57:31 -- Product Link Disclosure -- In order to make a living and continue to create free content, I use affiliate links. This means if you make purchases through certain links, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you).