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Newly Diagnosed

Welcome to our Newly Diagnosed page

A toddler smiles at the camera with a toy in his hand and a teenage girl smiles at the camera.

If you, a family member or friend have been newly diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes then here you'll find a selection of films that will help in the daily management of Type 1 Diabetes. Check our Resources Section for more information that may help.

Everything we create goes through a clinical approval process so you can be assured that the content is accurate and reliable.

To see other children and young people talking about their T1D then have a look at the film that they made here.

This website and content was last reviewed in November 2025.  For more information on our review and governance click here.

A Film for Newly Diagnosed People with Type 1 Diabetes

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

The DigiBete App - Training and Support

We have a free app to keep all your diabetes information safely in one place. Ask your local diabetes team for their unique code so that you can get started.

Learn more about the DigiBete app on our app training and support page.


Below are a series of essential films to help you and your family self-manage your diabetes.

The following films are all made with Healthcare Professionals and they explain, in a step-by-step way, how to effectively perform the essentials of everyday management of Type 1 Diabetes.

What Is Type 1 Diabetes?

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

How To Check Blood Glucose Levels

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

How To Give An Injection Of Insulin

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

How to give an Injection of Insulin using Safety Needles

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

What is Hypoglycaemia?

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

How to treat Hypoglycaemia

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

What Are Ketones and How To Check Them

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

How To Work Out A Correction Dose

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

How To Give An Injection Of Glucagon

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

Equipment You Need When You Leave Hospital

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

Carb Counting - Understanding the Basics

This film takes you through the basics of carbohydrate counting. This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

A Guide To Healthy Eating

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.

Sick Day Rules

This film was last reviewed in November 2025.