Structured Educational Courses
Kuwait has one of the highest incidence rates of type 1 diabetes in children, many of whom face challenges in managing their condition. Recognizing these challenges, our Nutrition Unit developed structured educational courses designed to empower children with type 1 diabetes and their families. These courses provide essential knowledge and skills for effective diabetes management, delivered through interactive, group-based sessions, led by experienced dietitians and educators in a supportive environment.
Dasman Juniors (Ages 8 to 10 years):
Launched in 2023, this 5-day course is tailored for younger children and their parents. It comprehensively covers a range of topics including an overview of diabetes, insulin management, diabetes protocols, and diet management.
Kids in Control of Food (KICk OFF) program (Ages 11 to 15 years):
Targeting older children, this 4-day course is culturally adapted from the United Kingdom’s KICk OFF program and has been running since 2015. It focuses on hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia management, sick day protocol, exercise protocol, dose adjustment, with an emphasis on advanced carbohydrate counting.
Join our community!
If your child is aged between 8 and 15 years, has been managing type 1 diabetes for over 6 months, and is interested in joining our educational programs, please reach out to us on WhatsApp (+965) 1877 877, Sunday to Thursday between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
