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Follow the links below to find information about the different forms of treatment for diabetes. You may also wish to contact Diabetes Australia - Victoria, Diabetes Australia - NSW or Diabetes Australia in your state or territory.
For information specifically about insulin, follow the link to the specific HealthInsite topic page below .
Updated November 2009
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Insulin
HealthInsite Topic Page
Links to resources on the benefits and role of insulin, especially the role of insulin in the treatment of diabetes.
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Diabetes - issues for children and teenagers
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Better Health Channel
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Children or teenagers who have recently been diagnosed with diabetes may have a range of concerns. These include dealing with their own emotional reactions and those of others, going back to school and negotiating sex, drinking alcohol, smoking and illicit drugs. Alcohol and other drugs can be dangerous to people with diabetes.
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Aug 2009
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Diabetes services
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Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
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The Baker IDI diabetes clinic provides the highest quality medical care and support services for the management of diabetes and its complications. We are committed to delivering excellence in patient care offering a highly integrated team of qualified and experienced health professionals with direct links to the latest diabetes clinical research.
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Jul 2009
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How low to go with glucose control
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Australian Prescriber
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There has been a general acceptance that tight glycaemic control will reduce cardiovascular disease, but there is a lack of definitive evidence that outcomes will improve.
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Apr 2009
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What to expect when you see the doctor?
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Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
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Your GP or diabetes specialist will coordinate your care and check that your diabetes is well managed. Have your doctor check, your blood pressure (every year, if normal), records of your own blood glucose levels, your medication list.
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Mar 2009
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Type 2 diabetes and mental illness
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SANE Australia
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Mental illness is enough to cope with on its own, so being told you have diabetes as well can feel overwhelming at first.
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Jan 2009
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Your guide to patient empowerment
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Patient empowerment simply means you acquire the knowledge to understand and take care of yourself. In other words - self manage your diabetes.
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Sep 2008
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The diabetes team
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Diabetes is a lifelong condition. There are times when people with diabetes need some extra advice, have questions or have problems they can't manage on their own. It is reassuring to know that there are many specially trained professionals to assist people with diabetes to better health.
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Sep 2008
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Going to hospital
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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A guide for people with diabetes going to hospital.
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Sep 2008
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Sitagliptin (Januvia) for type 2 diabetes
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National Prescribing Service
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Information for consumers about sitagliptin (Januvia), a new tablet for people with type 2 diabetes.
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Aug 2008
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Diabetes - about diabetes
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Diabetes (diabetes mellitus) happens when the body can't use glucose for energy because it does not have any or enough insulin. Insulin controls how much glucose can pass from the blood into body's cells.
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Jun 2008
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Have glitazones lost their sparkle?
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Australian Prescriber
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The thiazolidinediones, better known as 'glitazones', are under suspicion of causing serious, previously unsuspected adverse effects. Given these concerns, what can be said about the role of thiazolidinediones in third-line therapy of poorly controlled type 2 diabetes?
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Jun 2008
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Diabetes Vaccine Development Centre
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National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)
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Information about the Diabetes Vaccine Development Centre (DVDC).
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Apr 2008
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Diabetes - managing diabetes in childhood
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Managing diabetes is more than just keeping blood glucose levels right. The aim is to make sure that a child or young person can do the things that others of their age can do.
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Apr 2008
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Diabetes: audio fact sheets
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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The following audio fact sheets were recorded for Diabetes Australia-NSW by Vision Australia. They are made available for people with visual impairments, with low English literacy skills and users who listen to digital audio using an MP-3 Player.
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Apr 2008
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Blood glucose monitoring
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Blood glucose monitoring is recommended for all people with diabetes as it is a valuable diabetes management tool which can help to give you a sense of control and freedom. Regular testing of blood glucose levels (BGL) can reinforce your healthy lifestyle choices as well as inform you of your response to other factors.
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Mar 2008
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10 steps to good health with diabetes
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Having diabetes requires a long-term commitment to manage your wellbeing. Good diabetes management requires you to follow a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity, healthy eating and regular appointments with your diabetes team.
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Mar 2008
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