Gut microbiota and type 1 diabetes: a new hope for treatment?
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is one of the most common chronic conditions in children, with the first evidence of autoimmunity...
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Intensive insulin therapy for children in early primary school: The narratives of parents, school teachers and diabetes educators
The number of early primary school (EPS) children (aged 4–8 years) with type 1 diabetes (T1D) rises each year.1 The current recommended...
Ramadan: a practical approach for diabetes educators
The holy month of Ramadan falls between Monday 12 April and Tuesday 11 May in 2021. The Islamic Council of Victoria...
Dosing for Protein and Fat in Type 1 Diabetes: The OzDAFNE experience
Research has shown that high protein and high fat meals cause delayed hyperglycaemia in some people with type1 diabetes....
Diabetes Education, the Quadruple Aim and Health Coaching – a perfect match
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are one of the 21st century’s major health challenges and are the leading cause of death globally. According to...
Managing the ups and downs from dietary protein and fat: The John Hunter Children’s Hospital Approach in type 1 diabetes care
It is well known that optimal glycaemic management is essential in the prevention of acute and chronic complications of type 1 diabetes (T1D). A...
Succeed With Integrated Insulin Management (SWiiM) Program: The John Hunter Children’s Hospital approach to diabetes between the flags
The John Hunter Children’s Hospital (JHCH) diabetes team care for approximately 400 children and young people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). In 2017 we...
Providing clinical and psychosocial support for insulin pump therapy: The consumer perspective
Providing the necessary education and support for insulin pump therapy (IPT) is the key to maximising the benefits of this intensive self-management...
Empowering inpatients with type 1 diabetes at Royal Melbourne Hospital
Individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can find managing their diabetes frustrating when they require an admission to hospital. On admission, many...