Eye damage in people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) People living with T1D are 25 times more likely to develop vision loss than those living without the condition. The strict control of blood glucose levels necessary for the prevention of diabetic eye disease (retinopathy) is often difficult to achieve. Further, even if blood glucose […]
One key area of research for slowing and preventing the onset of type 1 diabetes (T1D) is understanding how to stop the immune system from attacking and destroying the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. What is the IMPACT Trial? A new JDRF-funded study, known as the IMPACT trial, is testing if a new […]
Raising a teenager (or tween) who lives with type 1 diabetes? You probably have questions about how you can preserve – and even strengthen – your relationship with your child while balancing their health concerns and T1D management. After all, the pressure of normal teen development is hard enough, before adding in the self-awareness, restraint […]
This article is from Straight to the Point, a guide written for adults with type 1 diabetes. Download your free copy here. When you were told you had type 1 diabetes (T1D) you probably felt as if your world had been turned upside down. You may have felt like screaming or just curling up in […]
Adolescence comes with its own set of new challenges for any parent, but what is it like if your teenager also has type 1 diabetes (T1D)? Dr Adriana Ventura spoke at JDRF’s Type One Summit on the psychological impacts of T1D during the teenage years including diabetes burnout, planning their transition of care, and lots […]
We often get questions from our community members about driving and type 1 diabetes (T1D). Driving gives us independence and can make getting around a whole lot easier, so it’s not surprising that it’s a topic close to your hearts! First things first: yes, you absolutely can get a driver’s licence if you have T1D. […]
Hypoglycaemia, sometimes called a ‘hypo’ or ‘low’, occurs when you have too much insulin and your blood glucose level drops below 4mmol/L. If it’s not treated quickly, a low blood sugar level can be dangerous for people living with type 1 diabetes. Having hypoglycaemia can make it hard to think straight, and some activities – […]
Three Australian children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) every day, and of those, one-third are not diagnosed until they require emergency medical care. Screening for T1D at a population level is therefore essential for detecting a majority of the children at risk of diagnosis. In July 2022, the Type 1 Diabetes National Screening […]
They say the emotional impact of your child being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can mirror the stages of grief some people experience after the loss of a loved one. This might sound strange to those people who haven’t experienced it, but mourning the loss of your child’s life pre-diabetes and adapting to your […]
Sarah is a 17 year old high school student who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) five years ago. While living with the condition brought its challenges, that hasn’t stopped Sarah from leading an active lifestyle and pursuing her love for rowing. Over the years, she has rowed competitively for her school and won […]
Dr Jeremy Robertson didn’t always want to be a medical doctor – he was actually a commercial pilot when he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It was a huge turning point in his life. Here, he shares his story of how type 1 diabetes helped reshaped his career. I was diagnosed with type 1 […]
Most families who have a child diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) will experience an impact on their finances. This may be through loss of income: at first, you might have to take a block of leave as you support your child to adjust to their return to school, or you may consider reducing your […]
Looking for advice on living your best life with T1D? Download our free guide packed with top tips. Eating out or grabbing a takeaway meal is a normal part of life for most Aussies. As the saying goes, everything in moderation, and this is no different for families living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). If […]
The 2022 recipients of JDRF’s Rebecca Davies Clinician Research Fellowship have today been announced, awarded to Dr Jennifer Snaith from St Vincent’s Hospital and Dr Keely Bebbington from the University of Western Australia. The funding provided by the Fellowship is designed to create dedicated research time for active clinicians who are pursuing a career in […]
JDRF Australia are delighted to announce that much-loved sports host and TV presenter, James Bracey, has today joined the organisation as an ambassador to lend his support to the organisation’s goal of a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). Mr. Bracey is well known for his journalism with the Nine Network which he joined in […]
As parents, it’s our job to help our kids grow up to be independent, capable and flourishing adults. But how does this work when children have the added responsibility of managing type 1 diabetes (T1D)? How do we slowly transition T1D management skills to our child while keeping them healthy and focused on their most […]
20-year-old Ellen Brown was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 10 years old, however, her diagnosis didn’t hold her back from pursuing her passion for sport. Earlier this year, Ellen competed in the ACT Women’s Youth Futsal Team, with her team winning the grand final at the Australian Futsal Association (AFA) National Championships. Ellen has […]
Did you know that four out of every five people living with diabetes have experienced stigma? A 2021 study by the Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes found that more than 80% of people with diabetes “have been judged, blamed, shamed, or treated differently due to their diabetes”. This can, in turn, often lead […]