[Correspondence] Addressing the educational needs of older adults with type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong condition requiring a multitude of tasks and constant adaptation to evolving physiological and lifestyle needs. Following a type 1 diabetes diagnosis, and throughout their life, people living with type 1 diabetes are empowered through regular care and structured education. Existing diabetes education programmes provide knowledge on carbohydrate counting, sick day rules, and exercise but they do not explore and address the varying and complex needs that emerge with ageing.