When you start your type 1 diabetes journey you’ll be thrown into a whole new world – one that seemingly has its own vocabulary and devices you’ve never heard of. You can find explanations on many commonly used T1D words and phrases in our T1Dictionary, and videos on popular devices here – and read on […]
Living successfully with type 1 diabetes (T1D) requires you to be fully in control of your diabetes management. Self-management means having a daily management plan, setting goals, solving problems, and taking responsibility. But it certainly doesn’t mean you’re on your own – there are a number of healthcare professionals who can help you manage your […]
There’s no doubt that a type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnosis changes a person’s relationship with food. Many people living with T1D will never look at a plate of food without some sort of mental arithmetic, and of course you’ll often face that annoying question: “Are you sure you’re allowed to eat that?” But we also […]
As a parent it’s easy to feel uninspired in the kitchen from time to time. Trying to think of meal and snack ideas that are quick and easy to prepare, affordable AND healthy can be really tricky. And when your child lives with type 1 diabetes it can sometimes feel extra difficult to tick all […]
JDRF’s Career Support and Travel Grants for domestic and international travel are designed to support the next generation of type 1 diabetes (T1D) clinical care by enabling early to mid-career researchers and allied health professionals to gain new skills, exchange knowledge, and establish connections and collaborations. We recently spoke to Dr Ying Wong, postdoctoral research […]
The T1D Index is a first-of-its-kind data simulation tool that measures the human and public health impact of the T1D crisis in every country across the globe.
Applications NOW CLOSED for Round 1, 2023The Round 2, 2023 will open late February 2023 (subject to change) JDRF Australia is inviting applications for the first round of 2023 Career Support and Travel Grants for domestic and international travel.If you’re an early-mid career researcher or allied health professional travelling between 01 November 2022 and 30 April 2023 […]
Try a T1D-friendly spicy black bean burger recipe, created by clinical nutritionist @naturally_nina_, who also lives with diabetes. These yummy morsels are plant-based, gluten free and are great for burger night, on sandwiches and wraps or even just by themselves. There’s also many ways you can adapt this recipe to fit in with your needs. If […]
When children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) become teens, parents have to balance the fast pace of high school with new social activities and more independence. It’s certainly not easy, but it can be done! Read an extract from JDRF’s Teen Toolkit, a guide for parents of teens living with T1D, for useful strategies for […]
