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Managing shift work with type 1 diabetes
Work

Managing shift work with type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Download the full version for free here. Even if you don’t have type 1 diabetes (T1D), shift work can put a strain on health. There is no medical evidence indicating you shouldn’t perform shift work. […]
What to say when others are ignorant or rude about your type 1 diabetes
Connection

What to say when others are ignorant or rude about your type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes, written and edited by healthcare professionals. Download the full version for free. There is a lot to process and learn after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and sometimes you may not be warned about how […]
How I managed anxiety around pregnancy and birth with T1D
Mental health

How I managed anxiety around pregnancy and birth with T1D

This post was written by Laura Hill, a T1D community member, JDRF staff member and new mum to baby Ivy. Before falling pregnant, I was aware of the demands that T1D and pregnancy may bring and that these may take a toll on my mental health. Separately, these two experiences are life-changing and bring with […]
‘5 things I wish I’d known about being pregnant and living with T1D’
Pregnancy

‘5 things I wish I’d known about being pregnant and living with T1D’

This blog post was written by Laura Hill, a T1D community member, JDRF staff member and mum to baby Ivy.   I thought I had a great handle on my type 1 diabetes (T1D) management before falling pregnant. I assumed this meant I was all set for a safe and relatively easy pregnancy and birth. […]
New Results: Analysis of the Government’s CGM Subsidy Scheme
Research

New Results: Analysis of the Government’s CGM Subsidy Scheme

An analysis of the impact of the Australian Government’s continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) subsidy scheme for people aged under 21 has recently been published in the journal Diabetes Care. Led by Prof Tim Jones and the Australasian Diabetes Data Network (ADDN) Study Group, the study found that those who registered for the subsidy had significant […]
What Craig Spence wants you to know about taking charge of your health with T1D
Being proactive

What Craig Spence wants you to know about taking charge of your health with T1D

As a person living with type 1 diabetes, an unfortunate reality is that you face a higher risk of developing long-term health complications, including a higher risk of developing problems with the heart and large blood vessels.  Some of the risks include:  Heart attack caused by blockage of the blood supply to the heart  Stroke […]
4 reasons you might consider disclosing your T1D at work
Work

4 reasons you might consider disclosing your T1D at work

This article is from Straight to the Point, our FREE guide for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Download your full copy for free. It goes without saying: your medical information is confidential. Your decision about whether or not to disclose your type 1 diabetes (T1D) to your employer or colleagues is personal, and will depend on your work circumstances and what […]
How to lose weight safely with type 1 diabetes
Body positive

How to lose weight safely with type 1 diabetes

This post was developed in collaboration with T1D nutritionist & personal trainer Andi Balog. Download your FREE guide for adults living with T1D. Before you were diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D), it’s likely you lost a considerable amount of weight over a very short time. This weight loss occurs due to a two main factors:  […]
Diabulimia and type 1 diabetes
Mental health

Diabulimia and type 1 diabetes

This post was written by staff writers and type 1 diabetes community member Nina Gelbke, an accredited nutritionist (BHScNutr) specialising in sports and performance nutrition, and eating disorders, as part of our 2022: Time to kick T1D goals campaign.  Having a healthy relationship with food is such an important part of our overall health and wellbeing, especially our […]
3 steps you can take to meet others with type 1 diabetes
Social

3 steps you can take to meet others with type 1 diabetes

This post is an excerpt taken from Straight to the Point, a guide for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Download the full version for free here. Let’s be real: Life with type 1 diabetes (T1D) isn’t glamorous. It’s hard work. It’s a constant physical, mental, social and financial strain which can leave you exhausted at the end […]
Type 1 diabetes & alcohol: why drinking can cause an overnight hypo
Recreation

Type 1 diabetes & alcohol: why drinking can cause an overnight hypo

This post contains information taken from Straight to the Point: A guide for living with type 1 diabetes. Download your full free copy. In Australia, guidelines on the level of alcohol consumption for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) are the same as that for the general population. That’s no more than two standard drinks for men […]
Type 1 diabetes supplies: what should I pack in my bag and store at home?
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Type 1 diabetes supplies: what should I pack in my bag and store at home?

This is an excerpt from Straight to the Point, our must-have guide for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Download your FREE copy. Whether you’ve been living with type 1 diabetes for a little while or a long time, you already know that your type 1 diabetes supplies are your lifeline. But when is the […]
Explainer: When to check up on your type 1 diabetes
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Explainer: When to check up on your type 1 diabetes

This post is from Straight to the Point, our guide for adults living with type 1 diabetes. Download the full version for free here. When it comes to living with T1D, keeping up your T1D checks, tests and examinations is incredibly important. Healthcare professionals in your diabetes team exist to help you build and adjust your […]
Accessing mental health services with type 1 diabetes
Mental health

Accessing mental health services with type 1 diabetes

This resource was created in consultation with Dr Rosalyn Taylor, clinical psychologist who specialises in diabetes at the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can often mean we emphasise our physical health at the expense of many other aspects of our wellbeing – including our mental health. The truth is, […]
Supporting your mental health with type 1 diabetes: Q&A with Emily Vuong
Mental health

Supporting your mental health with type 1 diabetes: Q&A with Emily Vuong

We talked with with type 1 diabetes (T1D) influencer, future high school science teacher and mental health advocate Emily Vuong as part of our 2022: Time to Kick T1D Goals campaign. Diagnosed with T1D when she was 14 months old, Emily talks about her journey to accepting her diagnosis, how she manages her T1D while […]
Talking T1D advocacy with QLD Lead Advocate Carrie Forbes
Advocacy

Talking T1D advocacy with QLD Lead Advocate Carrie Forbes

Carrie was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was 5. She became a JDRF advocate so her voice could help others living with T1D.
JDRF Announces New Chair of the Board
News

JDRF Announces New Chair of the Board

JDRF Australia today announces that Ian Narev, the current Managing Director and CEO of SEEK, will become Chair of the board, effective immediately. Mr Narev succeeds current Chair Richard Goyder AO, who has retired from the Board after five successful years in the role.  Richard will continue to remain as Chair of the JDRF Advisory Board. Commenting on his […]
“You are not alone”: maintaining hope when living with type 1 diabetes
World Diabetes Day

“You are not alone”: maintaining hope when living with type 1 diabetes

Awareness and understanding about T1D in Australia is low, particularly for adults living with the chronic condition.