Katie course

[Gaffer type 1]

I would just like to say ive just finished the K. A. T. I. E course today and if you need help managing your diabetes ask gp to refer to this course it hss changedmy life...

 

[sleepster]

I had a google and from what I can find the KAT1E course is just in Kent, is that correct? I'm a couple of hundred miles too far away unfortunately but I'm glad it has been useful for you

 

[DavidGrahamJones]

I'm glad it has been useful for you

Type 1(Kent Adult Type 1 Education)

Glad to see you got something out of it.

I see it includes the following:

Living with diabetes: Injection technique, all about insulins, blood glucose and ketone monitoring.
Carbohydrate counting: Learn how to estimate the carbohydrate content of your meals and snacks.
Adjusting insulin doses: Learn how to adjust your insulin with your meals, for physical activity and during illness.
Hypoglycaemia: Recommended treatment and driving guidelines.
Long-term health: How to develop effective relationships with healthcare professionals.
Social aspects: Pregnancy, travel and driving.lYour questions and answers.

The benefits of attending a KAT1E course may include:
reduction in hypos
potential for weight loss
increased confidence in diabetes self-management
improved wellbeing