How can TODAY help children with type 2 diabetes? Children who take part in TODAY are given diabetes care, medical exams, medicines, and diabetes testing supplies at no cost. Children are seen by a team of doctors, nurses, and diabetes educators who help them stay in good health. Children and their families and supporters learn how to take better care of type 2 diabetes. Family members and other people at risk to get type 2 diabetes may someday benefit from what is learned in TODAY.