Find out more about Tax Appeal 2018 Health Professional Resources Find out how to order online here Newly diagnosed? DESMOND can help Everything you need to know here Questions about BGLs? Read our guide on what's 'right' For parents, teachers and students Diabetes Basics Donate Shop online Our recipes NDSS info Find support What's on Donate Shop online Our recipes NDSS info Find support What's on We are a charity and membership organisation providing education, advice, ongoing support and advocacy to Queenslanders living with diabetes, and those at risk. Become a member today We are proud to be your Diabetes Queensland health team and we are passionate about making your life a little easier. Your membership makes this possible. Join today Live well with diabetes Stay on top of your diabetes with the help of Diabetes Queensland and your healthcare team. Understanding diabetes and the treatment available is the first step. Find out more Get involved Your support helps people with diabetes, please donate to make a difference. Feel like a challenge? Join us on a walk, run, cycle or create your own fundraising event. Thanks for your support. Fundraise or donate Education and information For schools and parents Information for Queensland schools, teachers and parents of students living with diabetes. Staying well with diabetes Whether you are living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, EXPOsing diabetes aims to inform, empower, support. Assess your risk Take the online test to find out your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Healthy Shopping Our Healthy Food Shopping website for reading food labels and choosing the right foods. Lastest recipes We have a range of healthy recipes that have been selected based on nutrient criteria and suitability for people with diabetes. What's on See what else is on 26 May 26/May/2018 - DESMOND Mackay Please note there are two DESMOND Mackay sessions on Friday 25th May and Saturday 26th May. Please confirm which date you would like to... 29 May 29/May/2018 - Diabetes Management for HP Webinar Series - Part three of three Delivered by Diabetes Queensland, this 3-part webinar series provides up-to-date information to help support clients with diabetes... 31 May 31/May/2018 - ShopSmart Caboolture The Smarts programs are a range of short group education sessions designed to help you better manage your diabetes. ShopSmart Do... 31 May 31/May/2018 - FootSmart Caboolture Your feet are made for walking- so let's keep them healthy. This 90 minute session will teach you all you need to know about checking... 01 Jun 01/Jun/2018 - EMPOWERING SCHOOLS TO SUPPORT CHILDREN WITH DIABETES Metro North Hospital and Health Service - Putting People First. This seminar offers key staff in school settings the... Latest news See all articles Dr Robert Lustig: a sugar tax is not about obesity, it's about diabetes The man who penned the word 'sugar is killing us" has another set of telling phrases where a sugar tax* is concerned: "All tax is regressive to an extent, but the poorer you are the more likely you are to drink sugary drinks and have tooth decay and be type 2 diabetic. Read more Omega-3 intake through mother's breast milk may lower type 1 diabetes risk New research suggests that an early intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids through the mother's breast milk may lower the risk of type 1 diabetes in infants.Research shows that dietary intake of omega-3 in the mother may prevent type 1 diabetes in the infant receiving her breast milk. Read more The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) is an initiative of the Australian Government administered with the assistance of Diabetes Australia. The NDSS agent in Queensland is Diabetes Queensland.
Become a member today We are proud to be your Diabetes Queensland health team and we are passionate about making your life a little easier. Your membership makes this possible. Join today Live well with diabetes Stay on top of your diabetes with the help of Diabetes Queensland and your healthcare team. Understanding diabetes and the treatment available is the first step. Find out more Get involved Your support helps people with diabetes, please donate to make a difference. Feel like a challenge? Join us on a walk, run, cycle or create your own fundraising event. Thanks for your support. Fundraise or donate