Doing Well with Diabetes is a podcast series collaboration between the International Diabetes Federation and the Diabetics Doing Things podcast.
During this series, host Rob Howe interviews athletes living with diabetes from around the globe to help inspire the next generation of athletes with diabetes to continue to work towards their dreams while doing well with diabetes.
Doing Well with Diabetes is part of the Kids and Diabetes in Schools programme. Diabetics Doing Things has donated all production and promotion in-kind.
Episode 4 – Karate Champion Alizée Agier’s Journey
Karate champion Alizée Agier shares her journey with type 1 diabetes, from early diagnosis to managing glucose levels in elite competition. She reflects on carrying the Olympic torch and the power of community in this inspiring episode.
Episode 2 – Lara McSpadden on Balancing Professional Basketball and Diabetes Management
Pro basketball player Lara McSpadden shares her journey of managing diabetes while competing, offering tips, routines, and advice for young athletes in this inspiring episode.
IDF KiDS webinar: November 2023: KiDS: 10 years of contributing to global well-being
Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr. shares his journey of managing type 1 diabetes while competing at the highest level. He discusses perseverance, support systems, and the role of sports in diabetes management in this inspiring episode.
Episode 1 – Perfection is a Myth, with guest Stephanie Ratcliffe
Olympic hammer thrower Stephanie Ratcliffe shares her journey of managing type 1 diabetes in sports and academics, tackling perfection pressures, and inspiring future athletes.
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Resources
A selection of resources in multiple languages for children, parents and school staff to support diabetes education sessions in schools
Campaigns
We collaborate with our members and partner organisations to encourage decision-makers to implement the KiDS programme and promote activities and resources
Webinars
Watch a series of webinars to promote the importance of diabetes education in schools and share experiences and initiatives from different countries
Partners
KiDS is an IDF programme undertaken in partnership with the International Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) and supported by an educational grant from Sanofi.
