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How your gift can help make history: Research that’s changing the future of type 1 diabetes
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How your gift can help make history: Research that’s changing the future of type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a condition which currently affects over 130,000 Australians, with a further 8 people diagnosed each day. JDRF has a vision of turning these numbers to zero and creating a world where T1D does not exist. How? By supporting the most promising research focused on finding cures and improving lives until […]
JDRF advocate Shanna McGrath receives Mark Butler Local Legend Award
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JDRF advocate Shanna McGrath receives Mark Butler Local Legend Award

Each year during National Volunteers Week, the Minister for Health, Hon Mark Butler, announces the winners of the Mark Butler MP Volunteer Awards. These awards recognise the local volunteers in his electorate, Hindmarsh, who are dedicated to improving the needs of the community organisations they represent. JDRF advocate, Shanna McGrath, was diagnosed with T1D when […]
Our 2023 Volunteer of the Year winners
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Our 2023 Volunteer of the Year winners

It’s National Volunteer Week and this year’s theme is ‘change makers’. At JDRF, we know that no change for type 1 diabetes (T1D) has happened without the dedication of volunteers across the community. We are an organisation who was founded by volunteers and is still powered by them, including (but not limited to!) our amazing […]
Dr Ki Wook Kim awarded JDRF Career Development Award to improve type 1 diabetes risk prediction
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Dr Ki Wook Kim awarded JDRF Career Development Award to improve type 1 diabetes risk prediction

Dr Ki Wook Kim, a prominent Australian researcher and emerging leader in type 1 diabetes (T1D) research based at the UNSW Sydney, has been awarded a JDRF Career Development Award (CDA) with US $1M funding committed over the next five years. Dr Kim is one of only 13 Australians to ever receive the JDRF Career […]
Insulin Pump Program extended to 21 years of age
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Insulin Pump Program extended to 21 years of age

The Federal Government’s Insulin Pump Program (IPP), administered by JDRF, operates to ensure children and young adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who do not have the means to access a pump, have a pathway to be able to use the life-changing management technology. The IPP was established in 2008 and initially provided insulin pumps […]
Drug Verapamil shown to slow T1D progression in newly diagnosed
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Drug Verapamil shown to slow T1D progression in newly diagnosed

A new study has shown drug Verapamil, regularly used to treat blood pressure, can slow type 1 diabetes progression in newly diagnosed children and teens. As researchers work to cure type 1 diabetes (T1D), the ultimate goal is to prevent the destruction of beta cells that produce insulin. A new JDRF-funded clinical trial reveals a […]
$12M invested to progress landmark ENDIA study
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$12M invested to progress landmark ENDIA study

MEDIA RELEASE Australia leading type 1 diabetes research with $12M invested to progress landmark study  The funding will support the extension of ENDIA, a world-first study seeking to understand the role of environmental triggers from as early as pregnancy for the onset of type 1 diabetes (T1D). 4 April 2023: JDRF Australia and funding partner […]
Parties, special occasions, and your child’s type 1 diabetes
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Parties, special occasions, and your child’s type 1 diabetes

There’s no doubt that parties and special occasions can be a stressful experience for T1D parents, especially with younger children or those who have been recently diagnosed. Tables of party food and lots of excitement and activity can be a tricky combination when it comes to keeping blood glucose levels (BGLs) in range. But it’s […]
Travelling with type 1 diabetes: navigating common challenges
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Travelling with type 1 diabetes: navigating common challenges

Travelling with type 1 diabetes can be fun and safe – and with a little preparation, you’ll have peace of mind that you’ll be able to tackle any eventuality that arises.  How to travel with type 1 diabetes  Hopping on a plane, a ship or in the car to travel away from home is a […]
5 common myths about type 1 diabetes debunked
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5 common myths about type 1 diabetes debunked

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) currently affects over 130,000 Australians. This condition can bring physical, mental, and financial challenges to those diagnosed, as well as their loved ones. It also often gets misdiagnosed and is surrounded by a lot of misconceptions – one of them being you can’t eat sugar when you have T1D! We wanted […]
From Boothby to Biden: Ethan Greenfield’s journey living with type 1 diabetes and JDRF advocacy
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From Boothby to Biden: Ethan Greenfield’s journey living with type 1 diabetes and JDRF advocacy

Ethan Greenfield has been living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) for seven years, after being diagnosed at just four years old. Since then, Ethan, mum Kylie, and the Greenfield family have been fiercely advocating for the T1D community on behalf of JDRF, helping key decision makers like their local Boothby Member Louise Miller-Frost and Minister […]
JDRF welcomes decision to extend availability of Fiasp on the PBS
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JDRF welcomes decision to extend availability of Fiasp on the PBS

MEDIA RELEASE JDRF Australia welcomes Government’s decision to extend availability of Fiasp insulin on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme  The move will keep the life-saving medication in the hands of the 15,000+ people who rely on it for a further six months Sydney, 17 March 2023: JDRF Australia is today welcoming an announcement by the Albanese […]
Your child’s return to school after a type 1 diabetes diagnosis
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Your child’s return to school after a type 1 diabetes diagnosis

The days, weeks and months following your child’s type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnosis are full of firsts. And one of the biggest milestones your family will work towards is your child’s first day back at preschool or school.  You’ll no doubt be feeling uncertain and will have many questions in the lead up to their […]
Dr. Ki Wook Kim On Developing Vaccines To Prevent Type 1 Diabetes
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Dr. Ki Wook Kim On Developing Vaccines To Prevent Type 1 Diabetes

“The ultimate goal is to help develop vaccines to prevent T1D, as well as antiviral therapeutics to potentially treat people already diagnosed with T1D” Dr Kim’s work aims to uncover the link between viruses and type 1 diabetes (T1D). As one of the lead investigators of ENDIA, Dr Kim is looking at whether early infection […]
Scheduled removal of Fiasp from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
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Scheduled removal of Fiasp from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme

JDRF Australia are aware that Fiasp insulin is currently scheduled for removal from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme from 1 April 2023. If removed at this date, it will no longer be available at a subsidised cost however will reportedly be available privately for a period of time.   This is a significant concern to us and for many […]
Talking with Dr Aveni Haynes: Research into early detection of T1D in young children at risk
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Talking with Dr Aveni Haynes: Research into early detection of T1D in young children at risk

We sat down with Dr Aveni Haynes to hear from a woman in STEM who inspires in the world of type 1 diabetes (T1D).  What drew you to a career in T1D research? “While training to become a doctor, I was fascinated by the complexity and ingenuity of the human body and to date I […]
What does a credentialled diabetes educator (CDE) do?
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What does a credentialled diabetes educator (CDE) do?

There are many professionals who help you manage and care for your type 1 diabetes (T1D). From the time of diagnosis, you would have seen a variety of healthcare professionals for regular tests and examinations including endocrinologists, GPs, optometrists, podiatrists … the list goes on. We know that living with type 1 diabetes is overwhelming, […]
Ben Fordham joins JDRF’s JUMP Challenge
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Ben Fordham joins JDRF’s JUMP Challenge

  Ben Fordham is jumping out of a plane to raise money for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Will you support him – or even join him? Talking on 2GB’s Breakfast Show on Thursday, February 2, 2023, the popular radio host revealed that he has signed up for JUMP, JDRF’s tandem skydiving event to help […]