Diabetes Qatar organised a specialised training course for school nurses on January 30-31 at its headquarters, with 23 participants, aimed at strengthening school nurses' competencies and equipping them to safely and effectively support students living with diabetes within the school environment.
The course is part of Diabetes Qatar's ongoing efforts to raise health awareness and develop the professional skills of personnel working in the educational sector, helping ensure a safe and supportive school environment for students with diabetes and reducing risks associated with emergency situations.
The training programme included scientific lectures and practical workshops covering methods for managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, carbohydrate counting as a key factor in controlling blood glucose levels, and the importance of proper nutrition and physical activity for students’ health.
The course also addressed the use of the latest monitoring technologies, such as continuous glucose monitoring sensors and insulin pumps, and their roles in improving the quality of life for students living with diabetes and in facilitating accurate, continuous glucose monitoring.
In addition, the course featured interactive training sessions designed to prepare participants for everyday situations that students with diabetes may face in schools, including organising meal times, monitoring blood sugar levels before and after sports classes, and responding rapidly to emergencies to ensure student safety and prevent health complications.
At the conclusion of the course, participants received certificates of participation.
Diabetes Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to continuing its efforts to qualify school nursing staff and enhance the level of care and support provided to students with diabetes within the educational environment.
