diabetes management
Australians urged to prepare for resurgence of flu
Australians are being urged to prepare for a potential resurgence of the flu and get vaccinated early.
Friday, 8 April 2022
Important information on the delisting of Decom G5
Following the de-listing of Dexcom G5 in March 2022, users will be automatically updated to Dexcom G6. Find out more about the Dexcom G6.
Thursday, 7 April 2022
Time for a Sick Day Action Plan for type 1 diabetes
With the flu season about to start, as well as a predicted increase in Covid-19 cases, it’s time to draft a current Sick Day Action Plan.
Wednesday, 30 March 2022
Early diagnosis of chronic kidney disease saves lives
Early diagnosis of Chronic Kidney Disease can save lives. This article outlines what the kidneys do in the body, risk factors, and how to diagnose the stages of disease.
Monday, 28 March 2022
Symptoms of kidney disease
Looking after your kidneys is essential, especially when you have diabetes.
Monday, 14 March 2022
Finding motivation for change
Making healthy lifestyle choices requires a lot of effort but it can be done and you will be rewarded.
Wednesday, 2 March 2022
How to lose weight safely
If you have been prescribed a medication called a GLP-1 analogue that reduces blood glucose levels and promotes weight loss, it is important to understand how to manage weight loss safely.
Tuesday, 1 March 2022
Myths and facts on diabetes
There’s so many myths and half-truths when it comes to diabetes. Here we will tackle a few myths and learn who to talk to for science backed information.
Tuesday, 1 March 2022
Campaigning for the diabetes community
Campaigning on behalf of the diabetes community is a key priority for our organisation
Friday, 17 December 2021
Time in Range explained
If you use CGM, you can improve the management of your diabetes and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications by monitoring your Time in Range.
Tuesday, 7 December 2021
World Diabetes Day is Sunday 14 November 2021
World Diabetes Day is Sunday 14 November 2021.
Tuesday, 28 September 2021
Can I stop taking type 2 medications if my BGLs are in target?
If you feel well and your BGLs are in target can you stop taking type 2 diabetes medications?
Friday, 10 September 2021
Understand how to self-manage your glucose levels
Understand the difference between your glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) and blood glucose levels.
Thursday, 26 August 2021
Guidelines for assessment and management of type 2 diabetes in young people
Guidelines to assess and treat children with type 2 diabetes have been developed to treat the growing number of children diagnosed with the condition.
Wednesday, 14 April 2021
Diabetes, medication and Ramadan
Managing diabetes, medication and fasting during Ramadan.
Friday, 9 April 2021
Budget submission identifies diabetes priorities
Each year, Diabetes Queensland advises the Government of our priorities as part of the State Budget process. Read the priorities raised in this year's submission
Monday, 15 March 2021
Discover the most read articles of 2020
We take a look back at 2020 and the most read articles of the year.
Wednesday, 2 December 2020
How to help your over-carers
Sometimes people want to help a little too much and what should be a support becomes an irritation. Here's some compassionate tips to help your over-carers.
Friday, 27 November 2020
Most people don’t change medication after high BGLs
Australian research shows people with type 2 diabetes aren't changing their medications after high blood glucose results.
Friday, 30 October 2020
Diabetes can help thrush and fungal infections to thrive
Thrush and fungal infections can thrive when there are high levels of glucose in the blood.
Friday, 30 October 2020
Overcoming skin barriers to CGM and FGM
Skin problems caused by continuous glucose monitoring and flash glucose monitoring are causing about 20 percent of users to discontinue using these products. What can be done to enable the use of these glucose monitoring devices?
Friday, 25 September 2020
Children’s school performance is not impaired by type 1 diabetes
Children living with diabetes have the same academic outcomes as their peers without diabetes, according to new Australian research.
Friday, 25 September 2020
Should I give a new medication a go?
Your feedback to your GP about your experience with the medication you’re taking, as well as your regular pathology results, will help guide decisions to change or when to start a new medication. Here's a list of reasons you may need to change your medications.
Thursday, 28 May 2020
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