Insulin
Crystal's Story
Crystal shares her story and personal experience with gestational diabetes
Friday, 8 November 2019
Study finds gene function that protects against type 2
An international research study has identified a gene function and variant that protects against type 2 diabetes.
Wednesday, 6 November 2019
New closed-loop system effective in BGL control
International clinical trials show a new closed-loop system to be more effective than existing treatments at controlling BGLs in people with type 1 diabetes.
Friday, 18 October 2019
Can a pill replace insulin injections?
A new study suggests a revolutionary insulin pill may allow people with type 1 diabetes to avoid needing to take injections.
Friday, 11 October 2019
Australian diabetes treatment innovation developed at CSIRO
Scientists from CSIRO’s Synthetic Biology Future Science Platform have used advanced biological and chemical engineering to create a simpler, cleaner and more cost-effective process for manufacturing diabetes treatment D-fagomine.
Tuesday, 1 October 2019
Study investigates how dietary fat can affect insulin dosing in t1
New research shows how the fat content of a meal can affect the need for insulin dose adjustments.
Tuesday, 24 September 2019
Simple site change makes a difference to Hassan
Hassan Mohamed is a 22-year-old who has lived with type 1 diabetes for 14 years and he wants to share what he’s learned.
Tuesday, 24 September 2019
What is type 3 diabetes?
People that have insulin resistance have a 50% to 65% increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, also known as type 3 diabetes. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, social engagement and mental stimulation reduces your risk.
Friday, 30 August 2019
Tips for travelling with diabetes
Studies show travelling can improve your overall health and creativity. Read our tips to get the best out of travelling with diabetes.
Monday, 6 May 2019
The amazing history of insulin
The discovery of insulin in 1921 insulin was a medical marvel and a real life-saver for people living with diabetes.
Monday, 29 April 2019
The Diabetes Low Down
A new campaign raising awareness of how ‘hypos’ affect people living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes who take insulin.
Tuesday, 19 March 2019
World first hybrid closed loop system now available
World first hybrid closed loop system which automatically adjusts to deliver people living with type 1 diabetes precise amounts of insulin when they need it– is available for the first time in Australia.
Monday, 11 February 2019
All you need to know about the V-Go
If you're taking insulin daily, find out how the new V-Go Insulin Patch Pump could help make your life easier.
Wednesday, 23 January 2019
Discovery may lead to new diabetes treatments
Norwegian research indicates our body may be able to cure itself of diabetes in the future. Researchers have found that neighbour-cells can take over functions of damaged or missing insulin-producing cells.
Tuesday, 8 January 2019
NDSS product changes from 1 December 2018
Over 600,000 people with diabetes are set to benefit from cheaper access to products under changes to the National Diabetes Services Scheme
Tuesday, 20 November 2018
Gadgets to help manage your diabetes
Ever had trouble reading your blood glucose levels or forgotten your medication these gadgets may help with your diabetes management.
Friday, 14 September 2018
Gadgets to help with diabetes management
Do you sometimes forget if you have taken your medication? Or have trouble seeing your blood glucose reading? Thankfully there are plenty of gadgets and gizmos on the market these days that can help you.
Friday, 1 June 2018
Managing your child's sick days
We’ve put together a list of tips to help you and your child manage their diabetes on sick days. If you are concerned about your child’s health speak to a health professional immediately.
Tuesday, 29 May 2018
What's a bolus advisor?
Bolus advisors, also known as bolus calculators, are incorporated into pump technology and make the process of working out the amount of rapid acting insulin needed much simpler.
Friday, 18 May 2018
The link between sleep, melatonin and insulin
Generally, it is recommended that adults sleep between seven and nine hours a night. But over the last 40 years the amount we sleep has significantly decreased and we now get around two hours less than our grandparents did.
Wednesday, 28 March 2018
Ask Ange: Using an i-Port Advance
Accredited Diabetes Educator Angela Blair takes us through using an i-Port device and the benefits that come with it.
Monday, 22 May 2017
New third type of diabetes
Researchers think a new type of diabetes - type 3c - is being wrongly diagnosed as type 2 diabetes.
Wednesday, 25 October 2017
Diabetes and anxiety
Anxiety disorders are high amongst people living with diabetes.
Tuesday, 10 October 2017
Diabetes and steroids
If you're prescribed steroids it can affect your diabetes management. Find out what you need to know to avoid any risks.
Monday, 17 September 2018
Preparing for a hospital visit
People living with diabetes need to plan for hospital visits to ensure they stay in good health.
Monday, 24 April 2017
Change to test strips subsidy takes effect
From January 2017 people with non-insulin-treated type 2 diabetes will need a health professional to confirm their clinical need for subsidised blood glucose test strips.
Thursday, 5 January 2017
Diabetes and body image
Diabetes can impact the way you feel about your body. Some of our ambassadors share their personal stories
Tuesday, 3 February 2015
Can stress cause type 2 diabetes?
Can extreme stress cause type 2 diabetes in otherwise healthy people?
Wednesday, 11 March 2015
Alternative to injections released in the US
Sanofi launched an inhalable insulin called Afrezza in the United States on Tuesday, 3 February which may enhance quality of life for people living with diabetes.
Wednesday, 4 March 2015
Type 1 women face greater health risks
Women with type 1 diabetes are more likely to suffer serious health problems than men
Wednesday, 18 February 2015
Controlling blood sugar with a pump?
French trial shows insulin pumps perform better than multiple daily insulin injections for people with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes.
Monday, 5 January 2015