The DCPNS is pleased to introduce resources designed specifically for the young adult: Moving on…with Diabetes: A Youth in Transition Handbook.

The pediatric to adult transition period is a difficult time for young adults with diabetes and there can be significant gaps in care during this period. Many young adults become “lost to follow up”; and as such, glycemic control may deteriorate, complications can increase, etc. It is important to develop planned transition strategies to support adolescents/families through this challenging period.  These resources are intended to provide a standardized process in Nova Scotia as well as patient/provider tools to support both the care teams and adolescent/family prior to, during, and after transition/transfer from pediatric to adult diabetes care.