type 2 diabetes

Share your diagnosis of type 2 diabetes with your family to help you and them.

You may be at increased risk of type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes, but that doesn't mean it's a certainty.

Australia’s peak diabetes organisations are encouraging all Australian adults with diabetes to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as the vaccine is available to them.

New campaign encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to reengage with their diabetes healthcare team

Switch the type of walking in your routine to stay motivated and active.

New research finds ways to identify people with pre-diabetes most at risk of developing type 2 diabetes

A look at some common sexual conditions experienced by men and women with diabetes.

All types of diabetes have been found to increase fall risk

A test which measures glucose levels in earwax could be used to detect type 2 diabetes

A University of Adelaide research project has found that testosterone treatment can prevent or cause remission of newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes in some men. Lifestyle behaviour change still remains the most important response.

It's important heading into the holiday period that we increase our movement to make up for increased eating and drinking.

Walking is one of the most popular forms of exercise. It doesn't require special skills or equipment and delivers a range of benefits

Tips on overcoming negative thoughts and fears.

Ketoacidosis is a serious diabetes related complication that happens when your blood glucose is very high and ketones build up to dangerous levels

Our office will close at 2pm on Thursday 24 December and re-open on Monday 4 January 2021. If you need assistance during this period, please call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700.

We take a look back at 2020 and the most read articles of the year.

Researchers found that short, frequent exercise breaks is better the health of people with type 2 diabetes

Physical activity is good for our health says the World Health Organisation

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.

New research indicates that GDM increases the long term risk risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Research reveals that a perceived lack of social support affects management of type 2 diabetes

A large UK study has found that losing a few kilos can halve the risk of type 2 diabetes

The care nurses give to people with diabetes makes a difference to people living long and healthy lives with this chronic condition. This World Diabetes Day on Nov 14 puts a spotlight on nurses' work and their achievements.

Sydney Uni engineers have developed a model that predicts the risk of heart disease for people living with type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes Queensland wants to learn from Victoria's Peer Support Program and how it kept members connected during the harshest COVID lockdown in the country.

This World Diabetes Day, Diabetes Queensland joins with the International Diabetes Federation to celebrate the important role nurses play in caring for people with diabetes.

Diabetes Queensland hosted our Annual Support Group Forum via Zoom this year and people from around the state joined in.

Nakarri Smith, a proud Mununjarli woman, helps people on the My health for life program to live a healthy life.

Guidelines for young people with type 2 diabetes will help Health Workers get the best long term results for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.

NAIDOC Week celebrates the First Nations and helps all Australians to learn about the people who first walked on this continent.

Get on top of healthy home cooking with these tips

JCU researchers are asking Indigenous Health Workers to send out a survey to people to improve diabetes-related foot care.

Is diabetes a genetic condition?

People with type 2 diabetes following a two-year weight loss program have been found to restore their pancreas to its original shape.

UQ researchers are looking for people with type 2 diabetes to undertake 8 to 24 weeks of exercise intervention to find out more about exercise and what works to lower blood glucose levels.

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

Hot weather can affect your diabetes, including your blood glucose levels. We offer tips to help you manage the heat.

Exercising in water can be a great way for people with diabetes to get fit.

Researchers have found a ‘super pea’ may help lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Research shows that access to new diabetes medicines depend on your location

There is mounting medial evidence that COVID-19 might trigger diabetes in people with no history of the condition.

Researchers discover a safe new non-invasive way to check blood glucose levels.

Research suggests long term users of reflux medication should check for type 2 diabetes.

New research has identified biomarkers that can show in advance how patients will respond to metformin treatment via a simple blood test.

An absence of quality connections with people might be a predictor for the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Going to bed early is good for your health and may help those with type 2 diabetes adjust their lifestyle for positive outcomes

Sleep is an often-neglected lifestyle factor that plays an important role in weight loss and good health

Dangerously low blood glucose levels, or hypoglycaemia, need to be identified so people with diabetes can take action to avoid them, such a eating or drinking suitable food and drink.

New research confirms that aerobic and resistance exercise improve blood glucose control

Tourism Whitsundays is partnering with Diabetes Queensland to encourage people affected by diabetes to join the charity.

A simple strength test could help healthcare professionals identify people at risk of type 2 diabetes.

New research into the combined impact of stress and diet on the heart health of people with diabetes could pave the way to new treatments reducing the risk of heart attacks in some people.

Higher levels of vitamin D in the body, reduces the risk for type 2 diabetes.

Losing weight slashes the risk of developing several chronic health conditions.

Researchers have discovered a protein within the liver could lead to a more effective type 2 diabetes drug.

Getting enough sleep is essential for good health.

Ozempic is a new medication for type 2 diabetes

Diabetes Queensland is here to advocate on your behalf

University of Queensland researchers are looking for people with type 2 diabetes to help them find out how COVID-19 has affected self-care.

People often ask annoying questions once they know you've been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. We've drawn up a "greatest hits" list of the ones that push your buttons.

Researchers in the US have developed a way to detect type 2 diabetes using a smartphone camera.

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

The Living Evidence for Diabetes Consortium is calling for comment on new clinical guidelines for diabetes

The role of vegetables in a healthy lifestyle is now front and centre. What part do they play in diabetes management? Find out how a plant-based diet affects diabetes and tips to get more veggies on your plate.

The carbohydrates (or carbs) we eat have the most impact on our blood glucose levels. Understanding which foods contain carbohydrate and learning to carb count lets you know how much carb you're eating at any one time.

Experts say even small increases of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

US researchers have found a new drug that offers an advance in the treatment of diabetes

Study finds link between the stress hormone cortisol and higher blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes

This National Diabetes Week, Diabetes Queensland is asking the public to be aware of the extra pressure diabetes places on the 256,000 Queenslanders living with diabetes.

Changes in the gut microbiome may help predict those at risk of type 2 diabetes

If you live with type 2 diabetes and have trouble sleeping try these 10 tips to get a better nights sleep

Researchers in the US have found hundreds of new gene variants linked to type 2 diabetes

Drugs developed to treat Alzheimer’s could be repurposed to reverse damage to the blood vessels of people with type 2 diabetes.

Ozempic a new once-weekly blood glucose lowering medicine, is now available and reimbursed by the PBS for the treatment of people with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes.

Story Bridge and Victoria Bridge in Brisbane will glow blue to announce it’s 2020 National Diabetes Week.

Diabetes Queensland marked National Reconciliation Week with a powerful Zoom meeting where staff were urged to acknowledge the resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people, past and present.

A study on testosterone suggests it may play a role in decreasing the risk of type 2 diabetes in men.

Research from the UK has found that people with diabetes are at greater risk of bone fractures

All your questions on insulin answered

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.

A new study has found weight and blood pressure are greater in young people who develop type 2 diabetes.

Scientists have made a discovery that could help predict whether a woman will develop type 2 diabetes following gestational diabetes.

Eating more dietary fibre with minimal food processing may be the key to improving life expectancy

We take a closer look at the latest COVID-19 research to help explain what the findings mean for people living with diabetes

New report reveals the significant shadow type 2 diabetes casts across human body

Researchers have found a way to combine insulin with amylin, to create an injection that could help people living with diabetes control their blood glucose levels.

Australian researchers have found that exercise supports good gut health, muscle strength and endurance

A new study shows that good blood glucose control helps people with type 2 diabetes deal with COVID-19.

An Australian study has found heart attack and stroke are falling in people living with type 2 diabetes

People with diabetes are at greater risk of developing severe complications from COVId-19. Find out why?

Research into type 2 diabetes, glucagon, insulin and management of blood glucose levels

The outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) is a stressful and challenging time for many. Diabetes Queensland wants you to know we are here to help and support you.

The coronavirus means we're spending more time at home. Staying active is important. we share our tips on staying active at home.

The latest information for people living with diabetes on what you need to know about coronavirus

Managing the daily routine of diabetes can be a little tough right now with the restrictions on movement and socialising.

UK researchers have found that heart function can be significantly improved in people with type 2 diabetes through exercise.

Ideally, a free food for people living with diabetes is considered to have only a small amount of carbohydrate, 5 grams or less per serve.

COVID-19 (coronavirus) planning for people living with diabetes

Yale scientists have reported the discovery of the molecular mechanisms that trigger the imbalance between the disruption the metabolic balance between glucose production and energy utilization in the liver..

Drinking water every day is important for everyone, but when're living with diabetes you're more susceptible to dehydration.

An Australian study has found that the equivalent of just two and a half glasses of orange juice a day could reverse obesity and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Researchers in the US have designed a wirelessly-controlled, or "smart," bandage, which can precisely deliver independent doses of medications to a wound.

If your blood glucose level is higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes, you may have pre-diabetes.

During the warmer months it may be tempting to sit on the couch in the air-con watching your favourite show or the cricket. To be your healthiest self, it's important to stay active.

Oregon State University researchers have found that no matter how much stress they placed on mice from either a high-fat diet or strenuous exercise, the animals' mitochondria were able to adapt and continue their normal processes.

Asking for help is an important step towards getting the professional support you need, and we are here to help you.

Researchers in the US have developed a smart insulin-delivery patch that could one day monitor and manage glucose levels in people living with diabetes and deliver the necessary insulin dosage.

Regular exercise changes the composition of the gut bacteria and may play a crucial role in skeletal muscle function and endurance.

Dear Mind campaign encourages all Queenslanders to make time for themselves and prioritise their mental wellbeing to help prevent mental health issues.

The Federal Government has announced changes to the Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Initiative, opening access to this life changing technology to thousands more Australians living with type 1 diabetes.

An international group of scientists have now conducted a detailed examination in living cells of the Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptors (GLP1R), which are found on insulin-producing beta cells of the pancreas and neurons in the brainreceptor.

New study suggests noninvasive spectroscopy could be used to monitor blood glucose levels.

Researchers at the University of Plymouth and Nestlé have revealed new insights into the factors that predispose children to developing type 2 diabetes in adult life.

Our program 'Living with Insulin' is a great program for people already living with insulin, for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Here are a few things you might want to consider leaving behind for a happier year in 2020.

When camping in the summer heat, it's a good idea to consider medication storage for diabetes management, and food safety

Researchers in South Korea, have developed smart technology that allows for the diagnosis of diabetes and treatment of diabetic retinopathy.

Setting goals which are more achievable can be done using the SMARTER acronym.

Researchers have developed nano capsules shown to be effective in treating type 2 diabetes.

In a promising discovery that could improve the delivery of insulin and diabetes therapy, scientists have developed a non-fibrillating form of human insulin.

Fresh, cold fruit and veggies cut into chunks or sticks make a refreshing snack on a hot day

It's the start of a new year and a perfect time to review your medications.

It's important to exercise all year round for good health, but it's equally important to consider the frequency, intensity and type of exercise you do during the warmer months.

Artificial sweeteners may be doing us more harm than good, according to University of South Australia.

In a new study from researchers from UCLA have discovered the process which may explain how type 2 diabetes develops.

Many people living with type 2 diabetes take a combination of medications. We look at the range that have been recently listed on the PBS.

For people who live with type 2 diabetes, exercise is a foundation of good health.

Shorter people are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, according to a study published in the journal Diabetologia. Tall people might be at greater risk of developing cancer, but short people have their own risks, according to the research.

Women living with diabetes are at greater risk of heart disease and cardiovascular complications. A trend set to increase in the coming decades.

A US study has found that age is a factor in diabetes distress, with younger patients newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are more susceptible to the condition.

An international research study led by researchers from the Universities of Helsinki and Oxford has identified a genetic variant that protects against type 2 diabetes.

Researchers at the University of Manchester have conducted the largest ever review of the effect of movement-monitoring devices, such as pedometers, on the activity of individuals with diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Artificial sweeteners are a growing part of our diets and in the US are now consumed by at least one in four children.

Despite the prevalence of gestational diabetes in Australia most people aren’t aware the risks don’t end when the pregnancy does.

A new app linked with a heart rate monitor could be key to helping more people incorporate physical activity into their diabetes management. The new app is one of a number of new research programs to receive funding from Diabetes Australia.

A smartphone app and wrist-worn heart rate monitor is helping patients with type 2 diabetes get the exercise they need to cut blood sugar levels.

More Australians are being hospitalised each year for diabetes complications that could potentially be avoided by earlier diagnosis and better management

On Wednesday 17 July, as the full moon rises, the Story Bridge will be bathed in blue light in support of all Queenslanders living with diabetes.

A diagnosis of diabetes may mean your doctor has suggested you make changes to your diet. This may be a good time to become wiser about your regular eating pattern, but does that mean you need to follow a "diabetic diet"? 

A simple blood test could help predict whether someone with diabetes is at risk of having a stroke, according to researchers. US scientists have identified elevated levels of a protein in the blood of people with diabetes which could indicate stroke risk.

A new smart insulin has been developed which could help people prevent hypoglycaemia, researchers have said. Currently known as i-insulin, a research team from the University of California (UCLA) in Los Angeles have added an extra molecule to the hormone which they say can prevent low blood glucose levels.

Diabetes Queensland and Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service have formed a partnership to provide an exciting dietetics program in Thursday Island and the Northern Peninsula Area. Kiah Peterie, who has an undergraduate Science degree and a Master's in Nutrition and Dietetics, has lived and worked on Thursday Island for the past two years in one of the Allied Health Rural Generalist Trainee positions.

Western Queensland Primary Health Network (WQPHN) and CheckUP are funding Diabetes Queensland to help clients and health professionals get regular access to the latest diabetes care and treatments.

Exposure to light in the hours leading up to bedtime, in particular, the light from electronic devices and television, may be affecting your health, including your weight and blood sugar levels, according to study published in Physiology & Behavior.

Research from Harvard reports propionate, a widely used ingredient that helps prevent mould from forming on foods, may pose an increased risk for obesity and diabetes. Calcium propionate is found in some baked goods, dairy products, processed meats, vegetable products, and egg and fat-based desserts.

There are more Australians living with type 2 diabetes using insulin than people with type 1. Find out more about how Flash Glucose Monitoring technology can help people on insulin to live with greater ease than our grandparents could ever have imagined.

Type 2 diabetes is a progressive condition, learning how to manage it so you can stay well for longer is important to your daily and future health.

Diabetes Queensland is offering an important new learning opportunity for anyone using insulin or about to start using insulin. Introduced earlier this year, Living with Insulin is a free, three-hour session for about a dozen people designed to clarify and refresh your knowledge about insulin use

Diabetes distress is not the same as depression. If you don't know what to look for, you won't know the steps to take to deal with this common emotional state.

Diabetes planets aligned when champion of champions Winx was being led into the winner's circle after her last race at Royal Randwick earlier this month.

Geoff Ferguson has an important message for his diabetes community: "Don't do what I did. Wear the right footwear."

More than 11 million Australians are living with a chronic condition and would benefit from exercise.

Thank you to all our Members who took part in the policy survey recently. We received a lot of valuable information and will be using this to lobby for change.

What are the health measures in the 2019- 20 Budget that are relevant to people living with diabetes.

A new national diabetes eye screening program has been launched to make it easier for people to have regular eye checks.

A new study funded has found that taking 500mg of vitamin C twice daily can help those with type 2 diabetes by lowering elevated 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).

To make it easier for people with diabetes to have regular diabetes eye checks 'KeepSight' - a new eye check reminder program has been established.

While lower limb management in diabetes needs no introduction, the upper limb often gets overlooked as a key area of maintenance in diabetes treatment.

If you're living with diabetes it will be worthwhile contacting your Private Health Insurer to find out if the reforms change your coverage.

A new campaign 'The Diabetes Low Down' has been launched to raise awareness of how 'hypos' affect people living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes who take insulin.

Nearly $4m in funding to develop, pilot and implement new, culturally appropriate programs in Northern Australia to help Indigenous children and youth affected by type 2 diabetes

Hearing loss and diabetes are two of Australia's most common health concerns and there is a link between the two conditions.

When you live with diabetes, self-monitoring your blood glucose levels helps you see the effects of food, exercise, medication and illness on your BGLs.

An IDF survey gains an understanding of the knowledge of cardiovascular disease among people living with type 2 diabetes.

As an exercise physiologist, I'm a firm believer in the positive power of exercise. It's easy for me to believe as I see these benefits first-hand on a daily basis with a wide range of patients.

Meet diabetes Queensland's new CEO - Sturt Eastwood.

At an international conference in Berlin late last year, a study on diabetes and arthritis revealed some interesting links.

We provide an update on the texts you may have received from the NDSS about your Blood Glucose Test Strips

An approach to tackling type 2 diabetes is being trialled in Wales which involves delivering gut bacteria via the nose.

The Government has announced it is investing $10 million in research to help create personalised medicine for a multitude of medical conditions including type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes is the largest single cause of potentially preventable hospitalisations in Queensland, according to the latest government report.

Ryzodeg was added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) on August 1, 2018, after an "early experience program" with direct supply by prescribing endocrinologists.