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Parents and clinicians urge clearer rules for diabetes care in schools, including in‑class support
Summary
Parents of children with type 1 diabetes and school nurses told the education committee that care is inconsistent across districts; supporters asked lawmakers to adopt standards to allow in‑class support, nurse access, and clear accommodation rights under Section 504.
Families and clinicians urged the Joint Committee on Education to pass bills that would set clearer standards for managing Type‑1 diabetes in schools, ensuring consistent access to care and accommodations so students do not lose learning time.
Speakers described stark variation between districts: one parent said her child’s care was limited to the morning because staff were only available…
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