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Vision and diabetes

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The risk of serious vision loss from diabetes can be reduced through regular eye examinations and timely treatment. The sooner eye problems are detected and treated, the better the outcomes.

Tuesday, 26 April 2022

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Overcoming skin barriers to CGM and FGM

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Skin problems caused by continuous glucose monitoring and flash glucose monitoring are causing about 20 percent of users to discontinue using these products. What can be done to enable the use of these glucose monitoring devices?

Friday, 25 September 2020

Should I try a new medication?

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Talking to your GP about your experience with the medication you’re taking, as well as your results from regular pathology tests, will help guide decisions to change or when to start a new medication. Here's a list of reasons you may need to change your medications.

Friday, 29 May 2020

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A message from our Patron

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Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC QC Governor of New South Wales has sent a message of support to all members and supporters of Diabetes NSW & ACT

Tuesday, 5 May 2020

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Diabetes and hearing loss

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Hearing loss and diabetes are two of Australia’s most common health concerns and there is a link between the two conditions. Research shows that people living with diabetes are twice as likely to suffer hearing loss as those without the condition.

Wednesday, 6 March 2019

Diabetes and dental health

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Did you know that diabetes can affect your dental health? High blood glucose levels can cause dry mouth which can lead to plaque build-up on your teeth and tooth decay.

Wednesday, 25 July 2018

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Beat the winter blues

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The cold weather is upon us and for some this can affect our mood, leading us to feel sluggish and gloomy, and increasing our levels of stress.

Thursday, 31 May 2018

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