Diabetes Awareness Day 2026
Type 1 Diabetes Awareness – Know the 4Ts. Recognising the early signs of type 1 diabetes could save a life.
Recent figures show that 28% of children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2024–25 were already experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a potentially life-threatening complication.
The symptoms of type 1 diabetes can develop quickly and are easily mistaken for other illnesses.
Parents and carers are encouraged to remember the 4Ts:
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Thirst – feeling unusually thirsty
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Toilet – needing to urinate more frequently
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Tiredness – feeling unusually tired
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Thinner – losing weight without trying
If you notice any of these symptoms in your child, seek urgent medical advice and ask for a blood glucose test to check for type 1 diabetes.
Early diagnosis can prevent serious illness and save lives.
Find out more about the 4Ts: https://www.diabetes.org.uk/the4Ts