I'm
constantly amazed at the Joslin Diabetes Center's full and creative
roster of services, especially for children. They always seem to bring a high level of care and insight to what they
do. This past Saturday, Joslin hosted its annual Teddy Bear Clinic, operating on the concept that kids might better
deal with unpleasant issues if they can transfer them to, and care over, a cuddly toy. The more than 100 kids who
attended had the opportunity to "play test" their dolls' and bears' blood sugar and glucose levels. I know
it's not a quick fix, nor does it make the diabetes go away, but it's nice to know that there are organizations out
there who care about making life with juvenile diabetes easier to bear.
Note: The contents of this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or substitute for professional care. For medical emergencies, dial 911!
