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Children’s Minnesota opens a new specialty center in Maple Grove!

Children's Minnesota is opening a new specialty center in Maple Grove to provide additional quality care to the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities metro area. Learn more about the differences between our clinics in Maple Grove.

Outcomes worse for Black children with Type 1 diabetes, Children’s Minnesota study shows

The research found that Black children with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) were at a higher risk to be readmitted for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) compared to other racial groups, regardless of whether they lived in a high-opportunity or low-opportunity neighborhood.

Diabetes patient, Oscar, receives Virtual Player Honoree experience at U.S. Men’s National Team FIFA World Cup qualifier match

Oscar, who lives with Type 1 diabetes, got hooked on soccer from the moment he started playing in his city’s recreational league. Recently, he was able to participate in the Virtual Player Honoree Program at the U.S. Men's National Team’s World Cup qualifying match against Honduras at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Children’s Minnesota expands partnership with AvoMD, after successful pilot to enhance patient care

Children’s Minnesota, one of the largest pediatric health systems in the US, successfully integrated its care delivery with AvoMD, a next-gen app-based clinical decision support platform.

CDC study finds COVID-19 may increase risk of diabetes in children

Pediatricians and other health experts are noticing a concerning trend in kids during the COVID-19 pandemic – an increase in diabetes. We talked with a pediatric endocrinologist at Children's Minnesota to help parents understand what new research from the CDC means for their family.

Thriving with type 1 diabetes — Yesica’s story

Yesica was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus when she was 10 years old. After a decade of managing diabetes — through childhood, adolescence and now adulthood — Yesica has had the opportunity to learn a lot about her condition and herself.

Children’s Minnesota emergency medicine research focused on racial disparities receives awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Congratulations to Kelly Bergmann, DO, MS, director of research for the department of emergency medicine at Children’s Minnesota, for being awarded Best Overall Abstract in the Emergency Medicine section and the Advocacy Scholarship Recognition by the Emergency Medicine Advocacy Subcommittee at The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) 2021 Virtual National Conference & Exhibition.

Diabetes Connect Support Group Form

Diabetes Connect is a network for children with diabetes and their families to connect with others on the same journey. Monthly meetings are held October through April at the Children’s Minnesota St. Paul Campus. Please check back for future dates.

Managing diabetes: Preparing for life after high-school 7/21

July 21, 2021, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

The virtual class is about managing diabetes safely with more independence, in a new setting - like college or other post secondary settings away from home, or a transition different than their usual routine. Come connect with us to talk about navigating life as young adults!

Managing diabetes: Preparing for life after high-school 8/2

August 2, 2021, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

The virtual class is about managing diabetes safely with more independence, in a new setting - like college or other post secondary settings away from home, or a transition different than their usual routine. Come connect with us to talk about navigating life as young adults!