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What Parents Need to Know: Screening for Type 1 Diabetes

What Parents Need to Know: Screening for Type 1 Diabetes

School District of Manatee County

September 16, 2026

Pursuant to Florida Statute 381.992, school districts must annually notify parents/guardians of VPK, kindergarten and first grade students regarding the availability of Type 1 Diabetes Early Detection materials provided by the Florida Department of Health (FDOH).

Materials include information on Type 1 Diabetes, warning signs, risk factors, screening, and followup recommendations.

FDOH - Type 1 Diabetes
FDOH - Type 1 Diabetes Early Detection Flyer