Your monthly type 1 diabetes update – October issue
Hi there!
In this edition of our newsletter, we’re thrilled to share the latest breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, a curated list of 20 must-read children’s books about living with T1D, a special feature on our advocacy champions, and a chance to join our upcoming JDRF fundraising events!
Let’s dive in…
New clinical trial looking for Queensland adults with type 1 diabetes
JDRF-funded researchers have developed an exciting new therapy for T1D called ASITI-201, aimed at stopping the immune system’s attack that defines the condition. Currently in the trial phase, the team is seeking adults with T1D in Queensland to participate in this groundbreaking study.
If successful, ASITI-201 could move to the next stage of drug development, bringing us closer to a transformative treatment that may slow the progression of T1D.
Click below to learn more about the trial.
Join our last online sessions of the year
Are you raising a child or teen with T1D? Join our free chat on 14 November for great advice on managing diabetes at Christmas and during the summer holidays. Get practical advice to help keep your child happy and safe as they celebrate the festive season, hit the pool and spend time out of their usual routine!
And if you have a child under 12, it’s your last chance for our 2024 BREATHE series, where you learn how to tweak your parenting now T1D is in the mix. Classes start on 6 November.
Advocacy spotlight: Neve Chapman
JDRF advocate Neve Chapman, 10, was diagnosed with T1D at age 7. After joining the JDRF One Walk, she connected with others in the community and felt empowered to raise awareness. Recently, Neve and her mum met with their local MP, Andrew Leigh, where she shared her experiences living with T1D and emphasised the importance of increased funding— asking $50 million for the CRN!
“My mum and I are proud to be involved in something so meaningful that could have a significant impact. The CRN is important because it offers hope to all of us kids that, there are people doing research to find a cure.”
Excited to attend her first Kids in the House next month she added, “My biggest dream is for a cure, so I can just be a regular kid – and people will stop asking, ‘What’s that on your arm?'”
To learn more about our campaign seeking $50m for T1D research, head to our website.
Go Blue Day / World Diabetes Day
🌏 World Diabetes Day is around the corner, and we’re thrilled to invite your school to join the movement by GOING BLUE for Aussie kids living with T1D!
Here’s how to get involved:
🔹 Download our School Fundraising Kit – It has everything you need to make Go Blue Day an incredible success!
🔹 Choose Your Blue – Wear, Colour, Bake, or Make it Blue… your school’s choice!
🔹 Register Your School – Set up a fundraising page to spread awareness and rally support for T1D research.
🔹 Spread the Word – Share the excitement!
Engage students, parents, and teachers to create a day of impact and support for the 11,000+ Aussie kids living with T1D.
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