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Spring is here and it's a great time to give your pantry a much-needed healthy makeover. Check out our top tips to clean out your pantry and give yourself a fresh start!

The University of Sydney is looking for adults living with type 1 diabetes for a study of a new specialised fibre supplement. The supplement was previously shown to prevent 90% of cases of type 1 diabetes in mice via the gut microbiome.
Researchers are looking for people already diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, to see if the fibre has similar positive effects on the gut microbiome. If you are interested, please contact Dr Kirstine Bell at kirstine.bell@sydney.edu.au or 0400 167 043.

Minister for Health, the Hon. Greg Hunt MP, has announced $6 million in funding over two years to develop and deliver a new diabetes in schools education and training program through the NDSS. The new program will make it easier for teachers and staff to support children with type 1 diabetes, and give parents confidence that their children will be safe and supported at school.

Do you know a health professional interested in diabetes management? We’re looking for registered nurses, podiatrists, dietitians, pharmacists and other allied health professionals to attend Diabetes Update Day at the Hilton Hotel in Sydney. Our early bird special ends on September 14 2018. Tickets can be purchased here: https://bit.ly/2Nj2jih

Join us for a fun filled DiaBuddies Day at the Northern Beaches where the kids can play on the beach, learn how to surf or go body boarding, learn about water safety, build sandcastles and participate in beach sports!
Register today at https://bit.ly/2vJeU4l
Date: November 17, 2018... Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Location: Long Reef Beach
DiaBuddies Days are about bringing together children living with type 1 diabetes and their families with others who are on the same journey.
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Omega 3 (fish oil) supplements are thought to be the most widely taken nutritional supplement in Australia, and claim to improve multiple health issues including cardiovascular problems. So what does the latest research say? #StrokeWeek

Tonight on ABC's Catalyst, Dr Joanna McMillan is on a mission to help the two million Australians at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Dr McMillan speaks to experts from the Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney, including Dr Samantha Hocking, who received a Diabetes Australia research Grant.
Tune in to Catalyst, Beating Diabetes on Tuesday 4 September at 8:30pm on ABC & ABC iview. ABC Science

People with diabetes are at higher risk of developing macrovascular (large blood vessel) problems than people who do not have diabetes. The risk of developing heart attacks and strokes are also higher in people living with diabetes than the general population. This #StrokeWeek take a look at our tips on controlling your cholesterol and reduce your risk. http://ow.ly/pGXU30lzXH8

Happy Father's Day! We're giving a special shout out to all the dads who are living with, or supporting someone with diabetes - you're our heroes.

In Australia, less than 4% of us meet the Australian Dietary Guideline recommendations for vegetables. Worryingly, children and teenagers are even less likely than adults to be eating enough vegetables. So how do you get your little one eating enough fruit and veg? http://ow.ly/bF8d30lzX7B

A healthy take on a pub classic! These pulled pork burgers are fresh, tasty and a hit with the kids. http://ow.ly/VMkH30lzXf0

Having affordable glucose self-monitoring technology available to everyone living with diabetes is an important issue for our community.
Current Government subsidies are only available up to 21 years of age, which does not recognise the needs of adults living with diabetes. Age should not be a deciding factor for Government subsidies.
If you would like to write to your local Member of Parliament about this issue you can download a pro-forma letter from our website and fill in the relevant details.

New research, presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress in Munich, Germany, suggests sleep deprivation and excessive hours in bed should be avoided for optimum heart health. http://ow.ly/vIKL30lzWGS

Alginate, refined from brown seaweed, successfully insulated transplanted beta cells in monkeys with type 1 diabetes for 16 weeks without anti-rejection drugs.

Researchers have uncovered a new connection between poor sleep and wound healing in type 2 diabetes that could pave the way for new treatments.

Do you sometimes run on autopilot? Here are 5 ideas to help you keep track of your insulin and medications.

Lately there's been a lot of media coverage in Australia saying that a glass of milk in the morning can reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. So is it true?

A new study suggests that a different test can identify type 2 diabetes earlier than the glucose tolerance test.

Wondering how to dispose of your sharps? Here's a quick guide on how to safely get rid of your community sharps.
For more information visit www.safesharps.org.au

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