HbA1c

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.

Diet, exercise, insulin adjustments, illness and the stresses of modern life can cause blood glucose levels to rise and fall rapidly.

The Australian Government has announced it is investing $2.1 million over four years in HbA1c point of care testing.

Online peer support communities for people living with diabetes helps them achieve their HbA1c targets.

Australian research shows people with type 2 diabetes aren't changing their medications after high blood glucose results.

A simple HbA1c test has been found to identify young people at risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease risk later in life.

Leading diabetes groups are alarmed by fall in patients presenting for routine diabetes checks and emergency care.

People living with type 2 diabetes (who don't use insulin) frequently question whether they need to check their blood glucose levels (BGLs).