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Additional Information About COVID-19

We are hosting regular online events so you can ask experts your questions about T1D and COVID-19. 

COVID-19 and T1D with Dr. Rémi Rabasa-Lhoret

Ask the Psychologist: T1D & Mental Health during the COVID-19 outbreak

Ask the Pediatrician: T1D & COVID-19

The JDRF-Beyond Type 1 Alliance has joined diabetes organizations across the world in a simple goal: tap in to the power of the global diabetes community to save lives. Together, we can lead the way in stopping the spread of COVID-19. Learn more about the #BigLittleChanges you can make to save lives at CoronavirusDiabetes.org

To support and inform the T1D community, JDRF Canada consulted a panel of Canadian endocrinologists to provide answers to some of your most frequently asked questions. Read our blog here.

For detailed information about COVID-19, visit the Public Health Agency of Canada and World Health Organization (WHO).

For up to date information on the spread of COVID-19, visit the Johns Hopkins Global Cases Dashboard.

Travel concerns? Health Canada provides recommendations on postponing or canceling travel.

We have set up an email address to provide community support on issues related to T1D and COVID-19: T1Dquestions@jdrf.ca.