Moira McCarthy

About The Author

Moira McCarthy (Plymouth, MA) is a well-known parent in the diabetes community. She currently serves as the national Chairman of Government Advocacy of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and volunteers as a Bag of Hope delivery mom to newly diagnosed families and as part of the On Line Diabetes Team that answers diabetes questions within 24 hours to any one dealing with issues surrounding Type 1. She is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Clara Barton Camp for Girls with Diabetes, one of the nation’s oldest and best-known diabetes camps. Ms. McCarthy has appeared on CNN, Larry King Live, twice on the front page of The New York Times, and in many other media hits regarding parents of children with diabetes. Ms. McCarthy is also an award-winning news reporter.

Books by Moira McCarthy

The Everything Guide to Cooking for Children with Diabetes

From everyday meals to holiday treats; how to prepare foods your child will love to eat

By Moira McCarthy and Leslie Young
All parents want their children to eat well—but for children with diabetes, eating well is not just a preference, it’s a requisite. When to eat, what to eat, and how much to eat are critical considerations—all day, every day. But with a little knowledge and planning, you can whip up meals that ar...
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The Everything Parent's Guide To Children With Juvenile Diabetes

Reassuring Advice for Managing Symptoms and Raising a Happy, Healthy Child

By Moira McCarthy and Jake Kushner
Parents of children who have been diagnosed with diabetes are faced with an overwhelming, and sometimes frightening, amount of information. The Everything Parent’s Guide to Children with Juvenile Diabetes helps readers to cope with the challenges of helping their children live happy, he...
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