Raising a teenager (or tween) who lives with type 1 diabetes? You probably have questions about how you can preserve – and even strengthen – your relationship with your child while balancing their health concerns and T1D management. After all, the pressure of normal teen development is hard enough, before adding in the self-awareness, restraint […]
This article is from Straight to the Point, a guide written for adults with type 1 diabetes. Download your free copy here. When you were told you had type 1 diabetes (T1D) you probably felt as if your world had been turned upside down. You may have felt like screaming or just curling up in […]
We often get questions from our community members about driving and type 1 diabetes (T1D). Driving gives us independence and can make getting around a whole lot easier, so it’s not surprising that it’s a topic close to your hearts! First things first: yes, you absolutely can get a driver’s licence if you have T1D. […]
Hypoglycaemia, sometimes called a ‘hypo’ or ‘low’, occurs when you have too much insulin and your blood glucose level drops below 4mmol/L. If it’s not treated quickly, a low blood sugar level can be dangerous for people living with type 1 diabetes. Having hypoglycaemia can make it hard to think straight, and some activities – […]
Sarah is a 17 year old high school student who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) five years ago. While living with the condition brought its challenges, that hasn’t stopped Sarah from leading an active lifestyle and pursuing her love for rowing. Over the years, she has rowed competitively for her school and won […]
Dr Jeremy Robertson didn’t always want to be a medical doctor – he was actually a commercial pilot when he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It was a huge turning point in his life. Here, he shares his story of how type 1 diabetes helped reshaped his career. I was diagnosed with type 1 […]
Most families who have a child diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) will experience an impact on their finances. This may be through loss of income: at first, you might have to take a block of leave as you support your child to adjust to their return to school, or you may consider reducing your work hours […]
Looking for advice on living your best life with T1D? Download our free guide packed with top tips. Eating out or grabbing a takeaway meal is a normal part of life for most Aussies. As the saying goes, everything in moderation, and this is no different for families living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). If […]
We are excited to announce the launch of our brand new teen wellbeing guide, Testing Times, designed to help teenagers manage their type 1 diabetes (T1D) while staying on top of studying, socialising and the changes that come with transitioning into adulthood. The guide was created with the knowledge and expertise of T1D healthcare clinicians. […]
