Diabetes Management Support in Preschool and Primary School: A Qualitative Ideation Study Presenting Recommendations for Improved Communicative Practice.

Diabetes care in institutional settings is a significant challenge that affects the whole family as well as care workers and teachers. The present study is the ideation part of a rigorous development process in the KIds with Diabetes in School (KIDS) project. We have previously conducted a thorough three-part needs assessment in which we explored the problem area from the viewpoints of (1) municipal administrative staff, (2) preschool and school staff and (3) families.

Management of Diabetes during School Hours: A Cross-Sectional Questionnaire Study in Denmark.

Managing diabetes is complicated for many children. It often requires support from an adult during the school day. In Denmark, most children spend 30-35 h a week at school.

Municipal Support of Diabetes Management in Daycare, Kindergarten and School: A Qualitative Study of Differences, Challenges and Potentials.

Diabetes care during institutional hours is a major challenge affecting the whole family. The aim of this study was to highlight challenges and potentials regarding municipal support in relation to diabetes care of children in school, kindergarten, and daycare. The dataset consists of 80 semi-structured online interviews with 121 municipal employees from 74 (of 98) municipalities in Denmark.