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...
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Comparison of a smartphone application blood glucose management system with standard clinic care in women with gestational diabetes mellitus
Background: Optimal glycaemic management in women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) improves pregnancy outcomes. Current...
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...
Adding cultural dimensions to person-centred diabetes care for the Chinese community
Person-centred care emphasises the importance of a partnership between the clinician and the individual, with the individual taking an active role in...
Disordered Eating in Diabetes: Issues for Clinical Practice
Disordered eating and eating disorders are serious co-occurring issues in individuals with both type 1 (T1D) and type 2 diabetes (T2D). This article...
Chronic Kidney Disease: The link with diabetes
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality in the Australian population. People with CKD have a 2 to 3-fold...
Behind closed doors – A brief review of research investigating health professional communication in diabetes care
Communication is the central act in diabetes care. Face to face conversations between people with diabetes and their health professionals (HPs) remain...
Breastfeeding for women with diabetes
Health professionals should routinely discuss optimal infant feeding with women during pregnancy. The World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines (2017)...