In pediatric diabetes, beta cells (special pancreatic cells that make insulin) are destroyed. Insulin is needed in the body to help cells absorb blood glucose for energy. Therefore, without insulin, blood sugar levels rise and can lead to serious health complications. If you are caring for a diabetic child or teen, it is vital to ensure they are following treatment in order to keep blood glucose levels within the target healthy range. On the other hand, your child’s healthcare team will provide treatment using a diabetes care plan specially tailored for them. Doctors and researchers…