Diving with Type 1

[neebee]

I am collecting information and websites related to diving with Type 1 diabetes; particularly interested in teens. I have been diving for six years and my 14-year old son has Type 1 diabetes. Consequently, I am familiar with both. I have also been in touch with DAN, several endos and local instructors and have already heard some interesting stories. Ultimately, my goal is to run some trips for teens that would provide structure, some medical oversight and mostly fun. Please feel free to send me info or personal experiences on this topic. Thanks.

 

[Ann Marie]

My 17 y/o is insulin dependent, has been for 10 years. He is on the pump for 9 years. He is certified to dive as well. Where are you located?

 

[DocVikingo]

Might want to chat with an organization that's been doing it for years---->

Camp DAVI (Diabetes Association of the Virgin Islands)
Steve Prosterman
Camp DAVI
P.O. Box 305511
St. Thomas, V.I. 00803
Phone: 340-693-1399
Fax: 809-693-1385
E-mail: sproste@uvi.edu

Best regards.

DocVikingo

 

[neebee]

Excellent, thanks for the link.

Might want to chat with an organization that's been doing it for years---->

Camp DAVI (Diabetes Association of the Virgin Islands)
Steve Prosterman
Camp DAVI
P.O. Box 305511
St. Thomas, V.I. 00803
Phone: 340-693-1399
Fax: 809-693-1385
E-mail: sproste@uvi.edu

Best regards.

DocVikingo

 

[neebee]

We live just outside of Ann Arbor, MI. I do a lot of Great Lakes diving but also east/west coast and the Carribiean.

My 17 y/o is insulin dependent, has been for 10 years. He is on the pump for 9 years. He is certified to dive as well. Where are you located?

 

[DocVikingo]

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