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From Diagnosis to Consumer Representative – Danae’s journey to making a difference

Recognising the signs of type 1 diabetes (T1D) can be tricky. Often put down to growing pains, a virus or “something going around”, a diagnosis can take some time if children aren’t severely sick and attend an emergency department.

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Hybrid-Closed loop system improves quality of life

New Insulin delivery technology improves quality of life and offers better glucose control in young people living with type 1 diabetes.

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Diabetes in Schools update

Do you know that the clinical team at Perth Children’s Hospital’s Diabetes Clinic can visit your child’s school to administer glucagon or camp education?

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BANDIT trial update

The Children’s Diabetes Centre has had a few inquiries about the new BANDIT trial, based in Melbourne, and whether we are involved. Currently, the trial is only open to people who live in Victoria.The Centre is involved in other Australian studies aiming to better understand diabetes.

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Diabetes Research WA Grant for Dr Mary Abraham

Perth researchers have been awarded new West Australian funding to launch a pilot study into the use of oral insulin in type 1 diabetes – a medication intervention that could be a game-changer for those with the chronic condition.

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New app a handy tool for appointments

Outpatients with appointments at Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) can now use WA Health’s first patient-facing app – Manage My Care – to access their appointment and referral information.

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Major funding to transform diabetes management

Congratulations to Professor Liz Davis and her team at the Rio Tinto Children's Diabetes Centre, who have received significant digital health grants through the Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund.

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Dexcom G6 Early Access Program Update

The Dexcom G6 Early Access Program has so far been a huge success. The program commenced in May, and offered early access to the Dexcom G6 system to eligible patients.

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New The Kids Discovery Schools Program

We have just launched the Telethon Kids Discovery Centre Schools Program for 2021. The program is FREE for Terms 1 and 2 and is a great opportunity for schools to pilot an educational science excursion at no cost.