HbA1c

Ideal type 2 diabetes management leads to years of life gained
A modelling study by University of Florida Health researchers estimates the years that might be added to the lifespan by ideal type 2 diabetes management.
Friday, 6 May 2022

Understand how to self-manage your glucose levels
Understand the difference between your glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) and blood glucose levels.
Thursday, 26 August 2021

What is it about an HbA1c that makes you nervous?
Becoming anxious before having your HbA1c is a common experience among people living with type 1 diabetes. We look at the reasons why and how not to put yourself through the angst.
Thursday, 27 May 2021

What effect does exercise, stress and illness have on BGLs?
Diet, exercise, insulin adjustments, illness and the stresses of modern life can cause blood glucose levels to rise and fall rapidly.
Thursday, 27 May 2021

Govt announces funding for point-of-care HbA1c testing
The Australian Government has announced it is investing $2.1 million over four years in HbA1c point of care testing.
Friday, 26 March 2021

Shared experiences with diabetes help with your HbA1c
Online peer support communities for people living with diabetes helps them achieve their HbA1c targets.
Thursday, 4 March 2021

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

HbA1c test identifies young at risk of type 2
A simple HbA1c test has been found to identify young people at risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease risk later in life.
Monday, 17 August 2020

Maintaining routine diabetes checks is critical
Leading diabetes groups are alarmed by fall in patients presenting for routine diabetes checks and emergency care.
Tuesday, 5 May 2020

Should you check your blood glucose levels?
People living with type 2 diabetes (who don't use insulin) frequently question whether they need to check their blood glucose levels (BGLs).
Friday, 29 March 2019
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