Teens who live with T1D can sometimes be dishonest about their numbers or their boluses – and they know how to manipulate their blood glucose monitors, too. But they don’t do it to be bad. They do it to try to protect you. They don’t want you to worry. Read on to learn how to […]
Counting carbohydrates (carbs) is one of the major parts of type 1 diabetes (T1D) management. It can feel overwhelming at first, but as you develop your confidence (and find a few good cheat sheets to make your favourites easier to carb count), it can become second nature. Before we get started, remember this: carbs are […]
Professor Ranjeny Thomas is a world leading immunologist aiming to retrain the immune system not to attack its insulin producing cells in people with type 1 diabetes
The U.S Food and Drug Administration has approved Provention Bio’s teplizumab for people at risk of T1D in the U.S.
The start of a school year can be a challenging time for children and families with new routines, teachers and friendships to balance. Throw type 1 diabetes (T1D) into the mix and it can get a little hectic! Whether your child is starting kindy or they’re further along their infant or primary school journey, being […]
Preschools and early learning centres are wonderful places that help your child meet developmental milestones, build valuable social skills and prepare for ‘big’ school. But we know that for many parents, sending a child who lives with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to preschool can be stressful. With the right support of educators and preschool staff, […]
For parents of adolescents, any kind of rebellion causes angst. For teens who live with type 1 diabetes (T1D), these years of beginning to feel the power of freedom can have an entirely different taste than they do for teens without diabetes. Read on to learn more about adolescents rebelling against their diabetes care, including […]
November 14 is World Diabetes Day, when we come together to raise awareness of diabetes and how it affects millions of people around the globe. The International Diabetes Foundation sets the annual theme, and, like last year, 2022 is all about increasing access to diabetes education, with the slogan ‘education to protect tomorrow’. So what […]
Minister for Health and Aged Care, The Hon Mark Butler, has today announced that the next generation of Omnipod insulin pumps will be subsidised from December 1.
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) technology is advancing as researchers make breakthroughs in treatment and management. Whether you’re new to the world of T1D, or just want to learn more about how the newest tech devices work, we have resources to help you understand it all. Our friends at JDRF UK have created four explainer videos […]
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.
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 […]