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Omnipod DASH is in Australia

You may have heard that Insulet has released the Omnipod DASH system in Australia. The DASH consists of a tubeless “pod” pump which pairs with a touchscreen Bluetooth® enabled controller.

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.

New Study: Water Survey UWA

There is evidence that physical activity is well known to increase the risk of hypoglycaemia in people with type 1 diabetes. However, little is known about the effect of water-based activities on blood glucose levels.

Health Hackathon

Congratulations to PCH Diabetes who put up a challenge that was selected for the recent WA Health Hackathon Week.

Mark Shah wins award

Congratulations to PCH Nurse Practitioner Mark Shah, winner of the WA and Australian Credential Diabetes Educator of the Year awards 2021.

Effects of dietary fat and protein on glucoregulatory hormones in adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes

Dietary fat and protein impact postprandial hyperglycaemia in people with type 1 diabetes, but the underlying mechanisms are poorly understood. Glucoregulatory hormones are also known to modulate gastric emptying and may contribute to this effect.

New study: Managing T1D During Exercise in High-Level Athletes

The aim of this study is to describe the strategies used by competitive athletes with T1D to successfully manage their condition during sport and exercise.

Change of details?

Recently moved or updated your phone number? If so, please let us know here at PCH’s Diabetes Clinic so we can keep you up to date with clinic information.

Research participation survey

We recognise that we can learn a lot from our families. This area of research looks at the reasons why families living with diabetes choose whether or not to participate in research.

New Study: Sports coaches resources

Our type 1 diabetes community has said that one of the biggest challenges for young people participating in sport is that coaches do not know about or understand diabetes.