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Recruitment for AdDIT now complete

Young people diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes are at risk of complications from their diabetes including kidney, heart, eye and vascular disease.

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WA teenager with type 1 diabetes on a mission to become a pro-cyclist

A wiry tall teenager, who was struggling somewhat with his blood glucose control, he turned up on his trusty bike, and we had something in common to talk about.

A community-led, trauma-informed psychosocial intervention to improve health outcomes of children and young people with Type-1 diabetes

T1D can be a traumatic diagnosis for children and young people, and often involves strict adherence to painful treatments, comorbid mental health conditions, and shortened life expectancy.

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'Artificial pancreas' helps ease diabetes burden

The Centre is currently involved in an international effort to develop revolutionary closed- loop 'artificial pancreas' technology. It is also leading a multi-centre Australian trial of these portable devices at home in young people with diabetes.

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Would you like to have a mentor?

Are you a parent of a child with Type 1 Diabetes who could benefit from having a mentor.... someone who knows what you are going through?

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Diabetes clinic: We've moved

With a little over a week before outpatient clinics move from Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) to Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH), now is the time to familiarise yourself with all the information you need to know before you make your first visit.

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Does your school pass the test?

Do you feel your child is well supported by their school when it comes to managing diabetes? If so, our researchers want to hear from you.

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Tips for a good clinic visit

The Diabetes Service at Perth Children’s Hospital cares for approximately 1000 children with diabetes. Read these tips to ensure you have a good visit.

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Ten Day Continuous Glucose Monitoring study – now recruiting

The Children’s Diabetes Centre is now recruiting for a new continuous glucose monitoring study.

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Camp volunteers needed

Diabetes WA is looking for volunteers to take part in the PMH and Diabetes WA Camp for 9 and 10 year olds in Hillarys in September.