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Explore the day in the life of a young boy with type 1 diabetes, through bright, colourful illustrations and text. Perfect for teachers, parents and children alike, this book will bring awareness of the condition and teach children how to be supportive and kind.
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Traditional and classic recipes that will be enjoyed by anyone who is affected by or is managing diabetes.; These recipes are not only delicious and suitable for individuals managing diabetes, they can also be enjoyed by the whole family. Home cooks often feel they must prepare separate meals for i…
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A new edition of Karen Graham's cookbook is a companion to Diabetes Essentials and Complete Diabetes Guide. This new edition has been written with MD and Endocrinologist Mansur Shomali, and includes updated recipes based on new research and best practices. Recent CDC reports indicate that over 30 m…
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Meet Debbie - a young girl with diabetes type 1. Debbie invites readers to learn about this type of diabetes from her perspective, describing how it feels to have high and low blood sugar levels. She explains how she can monitor her blood sugar and controls it with medication. Debbie also talks abo…
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Diabetes Create Your Plate Meal Prep Cookbook presents and explains the popular Diabetes Plate Method with 100 delicious recipes, and 5 different meal plans that range in complexity for beginners to experienced meal preppers. Specific food safety concerns are outlined for people with diabetes along…
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Maddie was just diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. She's nervous about managing her disease and telling others. But as she goes back to school, plays soccer, and spends time with her friends, she becomes more comfortable and confident talking about her health. A sensitive story that?s a great introduc…
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Leading activist and essayist Brynn Tannehill tells you everything you ever wanted to know about transgender issues but were afraid to ask. The book aims to break down deeply held misconceptions about trans people across all aspects of life, from politics, law and culture, through to science, relig…
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This book for young adults delivers facts about the differences between smoking and vaping, effects on their short-term and long-term health, and how addiction works. This book gives strategies for dealing with peer pressure, how to handle addiction, and how to quit smoking altogether. (Note: This …
For young adult readers looking for the lowdown on opioids, this book delivers the facts, including how opioids affect the brain and why painkillers can lead to dependence. This practical guide includes tips for coping with pain without resorting to opioids, and resources for those who are facing o…
Zach keeps getting up to go pee in the night and cannot finish off his superhero adventure. Read this book to understand the reasons Zach keeps waking up and why he wants to finish his dreams *This book helps to introduce concepts around early warning signs of diabetes. Diagnosis must be done by a …
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Zach keeps getting up to go pee in the night and cannot finish off his superhero adventure. Read this book to understand the reasons Zach keeps waking up and why he wants to finish his dreams; This book helps to introduce concepts around early warning signs of diabetes. Diagnosis must be done by a …
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Zach keeps getting up to go pee in the night and cannot finish off his superhero adventure. Read this book to understand the reasons Zach keeps waking up and why he wants to finish his dreams *This book helps to introduce concepts around early warning signs of diabetes. Diagnosis must be done by a …
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Feeling different, especially as a kid, can be tough. But in the same way that different types of plants and flowers make a garden more beautiful and enjoyable, different types of people make our world more vibrant and wonderful.; In Just Ask, United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor cel…
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Surpoids, obésité, mode de vie, vieillissement de la population, précarité, environnement... Concourent à faire du diabète une pathologie en pleine expansion. Près de 48 millions d'Européens de tous âges souffrent de diabète. Organisé en 4 parties, l'ouvrage s'appuie sur une série de 100 questions-…
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Mommy Beeps is a story for children who have a parent, sibling, teacher, or other loved one who has diabetes. Explore the day in the life of a type 1 diabetic and her child as they go on adventures - dealing with high and low sugars, waiting on hold for lab results, and visiting the endocrinologist.
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Growing up the son of a professional hockey player - Tie Domi - Max saw from an early age what it took to make the NHL: grit, talent, and the support of a team. Over countless hours in the garage, at the rink, and in the gym, Max chased his dream. It seemed that Max was born to be on the ice.; But …
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When kids feel good about themselves, they naturally perform better. This book will take you step-by-step through the process of helping your children transform negative thoughts, images and feelings into positive affirming ones that result in successful behavior and feelings of greater confidence.
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A feeding disorder is a sensory-motor disorder and should be treated accordingly. This involves analyzing the child's oral movement patterns as well as his ability to register and regulate sensory information. Strategies for a Successful Mealtime provides a structured oral movement and feeding prog…
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A collection of writing from a dozen parents and those dually diagnosed with developmental and mental health problems. Covers autism, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), as well as developmental disabilities.
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Sammy is an awesome kid who loves playing as a superhero with their loyal pet dog, Scout. But one day Sammy starts to feel a bit strange - and before long is taken to the hospital and diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Confused and frightened, Sammy gas a lot of questions. Does this mean the days of b…
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