A new US qualitative study has explored whether #LanguageMatters to people living with diabetes.
Category: Type 1 diabetes
Myth Busting for Diabetes: Getting the Facts Straight!
As Diabetes Victoria launches its “Bust a Myth” awareness campaign, we are joining the conversation.
by Caitlynn Ashton & Dr Adriana Ventura
Does a focus on food increase risk of disordered eating behaviours in teens with type 1 diabetes?
A US study has found a family-based intervention was effective in improving healthy eating in youth with type 1 diabetes, without increasing their risk for disordered eating.
by Dr Christel Hendrieckx
Introducing the DSAS-1 DK
A new Danish measure of stigma associated with type 1 diabetes.
By Caitlynn Ashton and Dr Adriana Ventura
The 4-step mindfulness practice for diabetes distress
For Mindful in May, Dr Adriana Ventura walks you through a simple mindfulness practice to increase resilience in the face of diabetes.
Structured diabetes self-management education programs
A new review examines their effectiveness, cost and methods of delivery and barriers to uptake.
By Prof Jane Speight
Anyone for yoga?
In a mini review, Dr Adriana Ventura examines the benefits of yoga for people with diabetes.
by Dr Adriana Ventura
What are the benefits of ‘goal-setting’ for people with diabetes?
Researchers from Ireland have examined the effectiveness of goal-setting interventions in a systematic review and meta-analysis.
By Dr Adriana Ventura
The role of distal technologies in type 1 diabetes management
A new review brings together the effectiveness, use and knowledge gaps relating to telehealth, mhealth, game-based support, social platforms and patient portals.
By Prof Jane Speight
International Women’s Day: An interview with Prof Jane Speight
On #IWD2018, we asked our Foundation Director to discuss her inspiration, challenges and advice for women wanting to succeed in research.