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COVID-19 blue research sheet

Type 2 raises risk of long Covid

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International research has identified Type 2 diabetes as one of four biological markers that increases the risk of developing long Covid.

Friday, 28 January 2022

Diabetes researchers receiving Research Awards

2021 Diabetes Research Awards Announced

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The 2021 Diabetes Australia Research Trust Awards, announced at NSW Parliament House event, recognise researchers making an outstanding contribution for all types of diabetes.

Thursday, 9 December 2021

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Genome may explain origins of type 1 diabetes

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A new study has pinpointed a number of areas of the human genome that may help explain the origins of chronic immune and inflammatory conditions including type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and coeliac disease.

Wednesday, 29 July 2020

Diabetes-related proteins at high resolution

Two-in-one shot helps blood glucose control

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Researchers have found a way to combine insulin with amylin, to create a two-in-one shot that could make it easier for people living with diabetes to control their blood glucose levels.

Thursday, 14 May 2020

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Good gut health for type 1

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Good gut health is important for those with type 1 diabetes. The latest research from Finland holds new insights

Wednesday, 11 December 2019

What is type 3 diabetes?

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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

Vitamin C found to help Type 2

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A new study from Deakin University has found that taking 500mg of vitamin C twice daily can help those with type 2 diabetes by lowering elevated blood sugar levels

Monday, 11 February 2019

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$10 million for research into precision medicines

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The Liberal National Government has announced it is investing $10 million in research to help create personalised medicine for a multitude of medical conditions including obesity, autism, and type 2 diabetes.

Thursday, 7 February 2019

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Discovery may lead to new diabetes treatments

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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

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Research for teens living with type 1 diabetes

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If you're between 12 - 18 years of age and living with type 1 diabetes, Federation University Australia would like to hear about your experience for a study looking to improve self management and support for teens living with diabetes.

Monday, 7 January 2019

Prof. Stephen Twigg wins Sir Kempson Maddox Award

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We are delighted to announce that Professor Stephen Twigg, Senior Endocrinologist, Clinical Academic and Head of the Department of Endocrinology at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital is this year’s recipient of the Sir Kempson Maddox Award.

Friday, 17 November 2017

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