A Field Guide to Type 1 Diabetes [Paperback]

American Diabetes Association (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1580401708 | ISBN-13: 978-1580401708 | Publication Date: October 25, 2002 | Edition: 2

Living with diabetes is as challenging as hiking and camping in the wilderness.

As it always pays to be prepared before beginning a journey, it also pays for people with diabetes to be prepared before they start each day. In true Field Guide fashion, this book boils down vital information for readers into short sections and checklists of their necessities, what they need to do, and what to take with them on the course of their day. A Field Guide to Type 1 Diabetes includes sections on insulin; tools, food, and exercise; complications; and how to's.

Key features include:

• Background on the biology and physical aspects of type 1 diabetes
• Vital information about insulin, insulin plans, and delivery methods
• Easy-to-understand charts and checklists that walk readers through the who, how, and why of diabetes

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About the Author

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Product Details

• Paperback: 190 pages
• Publisher: American Diabetes Association; 2 edition (October 25, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580401708
• ISBN-13: 978-1580401708
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,667,230 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From Diabetic Express web site, January 3, 2005

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Clipping Service (Maryland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Field Guide to Type 1 Diabetes (Paperback)

"A Field Guide to Type 1 Diabetes is essentially a crash-course in type 1 diabetes fit into a 200-page, 4-by-9 inch paperback book. The size of the book makes it a bit tricky to read (crack the spine right away to help keep the pages open), but it's filled with good information on every aspect of type 1 diabetes. Though not specifically written for type 1 diabetes in kids, it's still a useful addition to your diabetes library. Also, if you're looking for one book to help relatives understand the management of type 1 diabetes, this is a good place to start. The material is well organized and very easy to understand, yet covers the essentials."

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Field guide? more like a short trip..., February 20, 2003

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Elizabeth Fussell (New Orleans, Louisiana United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Field Guide to Type 1 Diabetes (Paperback)

A field guide may be a quick and helpful orientation to the wilderness, but ultimately leave you lost. As someone who is newly diagnosed with diabetes, I wanted all the information I could get about diabetes, its treatment, and suggestions for coping with it. This book left me with more questions than answers. I'd say if you want to help your friends and relatives understand diabetes, this book may be helpful, especially if they have short attention spans. But I wouldn't recommend it for someone who is headed off into the wilderness of learning about diabetes and needs a reliable guide that can help you cope with unexpected dangers.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fast facts about diabetes, March 10, 2003

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Field Guide to Type 1 Diabetes (Paperback)

Published by the American Diabetes Association, A Field Guide To Type 1 Diabetes: The Essential Resource From The Diabetes Experts is a superbly organized presentation of fast facts about diabetes. All aspects of diabetes are accessibly rendered, including diagnosis and treatment; preventing complications; planning meals; sexual health; staying fit and healthy; dealing with emotions; and resources for diabetics. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, than acquire a copy of A Field Guide To Type 1 Diabetes -- it will significantly enhanced the quality and security of your life.