Diabetes is one of the most (26) childhood chronic illnesses in the USA. Every year, approximately 13,000 new cases

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     Diabetes is one of the most (26) ________ childhood chronic illnesses in the USA. Every year, approximately 13,000 new cases are diagnosed in children under the age of 18, according to the CDC. (27) _________ the condition being fairly commonplace, many educators are not entirely sure how to assist students with diabetes. This may result in unnecessary stress for both the teacher and the student. Thankfully, you do not have to have a medical degree in order to accommodate students with diabetes. In fact, by following (28) _____ basic guidelines, an educator will be able to be of great assistance to a student living with a diabetes diagnosis.

      In order to best assist students with diabetes, it is of vital importance that an educator carries as much knowledge as possible about the condition. Apart from knowing what diabetes is and how it develops, it is also essential to understand what impact it can have on the student’s everyday life. Some students may also be living with diabetic neuropathy, (29) ________ can cause considerable pain. Neuropathy can manifest itself in many ways, including (30) ________ and pain in the legs and feet, and damage to the digestive system, heart, blood vessels, and urinary tract.