Coalition commitment of $273.1M will make technology access a reality for 130,000 Australians living with T1D. JDRF, Australia’s largest organisation dedicated to T1D research and advocacy, welcomes the significant commitment to T1D technology access announced today by Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Currently, many people lose access to this technology, which is shown to improve short- […]
JDRF International will provide financial support for Civica Inc. to manufacture and distribute low-cost insulin.
Clive Pack and Ann Roberts were instrumental in the initiation and growth of JDRF Australia for many of its early years.
MP meetings are a core part of JDRF advocacy, and this month we chatted with Michelle Landry MP on why she values JDRF advocate meetings.
I joined the JDRF Government Leadership Group to educate Australian government and public on type 1 diabetes and improve access to technology.
Dr Izzy Smith specialises in endocrinology and we spoke to her for some guidance on Covid-19 for people living with type 1 diabetes.
This week, new results published in the journal Microbiome showed that a six-week food supplement for people with T1D resulted in changes to bacteria in the gut and a strengthened immune system. The results are from a clinical trial funded through JDRF’s Type 1 Diabetes Clinical Research Network (T1DCRN) and Macquarie Group Foundation Future Research […]
Friday, January 14, 2022 JDRF and other diabetes organisations have welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of $10 million over four years to establish the Australian Centre for Accelerating Diabetes Innovations (ACADI) at the University of Melbourne. The Centre will help turn vital medical research into better prevention, diagnosis and treatment for patients with all types of diabetes. The funding will be delivered through the […]
JDRF Australia today announced a new partnership with Insulet Corporation Australia, an innovative medical device company, in a joint move to improve outcomes for the type one diabetes (T1D) community. Insulet is part of a global network dedicated to making the lives of people with diabetes and other conditions easier through technology like its Omnipod DASH Insulin management system, which offer new alternatives for administering insulin. Its partnership with JDRF will focus on […]
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 […]
Our research roundups bring you the most exciting T1D research stories from around the world – the new advances in treatment, devices and knowledge that are making the biggest impact in the fight to cure, treat and prevent T1D. Here’s what you need to know in T1D research this month: Exciting results from clinical trials […]
I joined the JDRF Government Leadership Group this year so I could help type 1 diabetes inequities be addressed by better government policy.
MP meetings are a core part of JDRF advocacy, and this month we chatted with David Smith MP on why he values JDRF advocate meetings.
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 […]
This year marks 100 years since the development of insulin…but as World Diabetes Day approaches and the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community reflects on this momentous anniversary, JDRF Australia isn’t looking back. We’re looking forward with optimism and energy. …and research is what fuels our hope for the future. Dr. Ki Wook Kim, the lead […]
This year marks 100 years since the discovery of insulin – a major breakthrough for the type 1 diabetes community and one that remains the only approved treatment for T1D. As World Diabetes Day approaches and we reflect on this significant milestone, JDRF isn’t looking back. We’re looking forward with hope and optimism. What new […]
Exciting News! Our Fundraising Partner Ritchies IGA, are launching their new Ritchies Card, incorporating the Community Benefit Program. . Every month, our organisation will receive 0.5%* of our members’ spend in Ritchies Stores PLUS our members will receive special offers and member only specials via the App. Featuring monthly promotions, cheaper prices for you, Collect […]
JDRF is excited to announce more than $2.7 million in funding to kick start five highly innovative research projects. The 2021 Pilot and Innovation Awards are designed to support innovative new directions for type 1 diabetes research, including concepts that have never been investigated before. The focus is on early-stage work that has a large […]