HbA1c

Years of life gained by ideal type 2 diabetes management
A modelling study by University of Florida Health researchers estimates the years that might be added to the lifespan by ideal type 2 diabetes management.
Friday, 6 May 2022

Does an HbA1c make you nervous?
Becoming anxious before having your HbA1c is a common experience among people living with type 1 diabetes. We look at the reasons why and how not to put yourself through the angst.
Thursday, 27 May 2021

Exercise, stress, illness: What causes blood glucose readings to swing?
Diet, exercise, insulin adjustments, illness and the stresses of modern life can all affect blood glucose levels.
Thursday, 27 May 2021

New funding for point-of-care HbA1c testing
The Australian Government has announced it is investing $2.1 million over four years in HbA1c point of care testing.
Friday, 26 March 2021

HbA1c improves for kids during UK COVID lockdown
Research has shown children with type 1 diabetes reported lower blood glucose levels after the COVID lockdown and more time at home.
Friday, 26 March 2021

Australian study adds weight to hybrid closed loop advantages
The first Australian randomised controlled trial for the Medtronic HCL system adds evidence that the technology is 'feasible, acceptable, and advantageous'.
Friday, 27 November 2020

People with t2 don’t change medication after high BGL results
Australian research has found people with type 2 diabetes don't upgrade their medications, even after blood tests show they have high BGLs.
Friday, 30 October 2020

HbA1c test helps identify youth at risk of type 2
A simple HbA1c blood test has been found to identify youth at risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease risk later in life.
Monday, 17 August 2020

Maintaining regular diabetes checks is critical
Leading diabetes groups are alarmed by fall in patients presenting for routine diabetes checks and emergency care.
Tuesday, 5 May 2020

HbA1c window supporting diabetes management identified
Researchers have identified a HbA1c window that supports diabetes management and reduces risk of complications
Wednesday, 16 October 2019

Why HbA1c testing? What’s it all about?
The HbA1c test is a way of looking at your average blood glucose level over a period of time. We explain why it's useful in helping to manage your diabetes
Monday, 1 April 2019

More HbA1c tests needed to detect undiagnosed type 2
Health groups call for more Australians to have a HbA1c blood test to better detect silent, undiagnosed type 2 diabetes.
Wednesday, 27 June 2018

HbA1c vs blood glucose testing: what does it all mean?
Along with your blood glucose levels that you have checked at home, your doctor will ask you to have a HbA1c test at regular periods.
Friday, 13 October 2017

Continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and exercise
Last year, one of our BEAT IT participants living with type 1 diabetes was able to trial a CGM for a week. Read her experiences with CGM technology and exercise.
Monday, 24 April 2017

Behind the scenes journey of a HbA1c test
For every diabetes test performed there are 10 people involved in the result
Tuesday, 3 October 2017

CSIRO Low Carb Diet for Type 2 Diabetes
The CSIRO have released trial findings on a lower carbohydrate diet and exercise program for people living with type 2 diabetes.
Monday, 15 February 2016
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