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Watch on demand: A summit for healthcare professionals working in T1D care

Treatment & tech +2 more
HCP Summit speakers

Your Mother's Day gift guide

Everyday life +2 more

Unsure what to get mum this Mother's Day? We’ve got you covered with some great gift ideas that she'll love!

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Sleepovers and type 1 diabetes 

T1D basics +2 more

Is your child with type 1 diabetes ready for a sleepover? Here are some tips to help make it more enjoyable for everyone.

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Free event for T1D healthcare professionals

T1D basics +3 more

Join us on Tuesday 26 May for a free summit on type 1 diabetes (T1D) early detection programs and emerging immunotherapies.

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Factors that impact your blood glucose levels (BGLs)

T1D basics +4 more

When it comes to managing your blood glucose levels (BGLs), things aren't always predictable. Here are some factors that can impact your BGLs beyond food, insulin and exercise.

woman pricking her finger to test her blood glucose levels

Navigating the holidays when others don’t understand T1D

Food & nutrition +4 more

The holidays can bring extra challenges for people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), so we've put together some practical tips for navigating ignorance and misinformation about T1D this Christmas.

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Top tips for managing type 1 diabetes at Christmas

Food & nutrition +4 more

With the festive season upon us, we’ve got some tips to make sure you're keeping those holiday spirits high – and not your blood glucose levels.

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Food, diet, and nutrition

A guide to snacking for type 1 diabetes

Food & nutrition +2 more

Snacking can have a big impact on your blood glucose levels. Here's how to snack well when living with type 1 diabetes – and why it matters.

A range of snacks, including a banana, blueberries, rice cakes, yoghurt and cherry tomatoes

Snack and lunch ideas for kids with type 1 diabetes

Food & nutrition

Looking for some lunchbox inspiration? Here are our 10 top lunch and snack ideas for kids who live with T1D (and their siblings!).

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Factors that impact your blood glucose levels (BGLs)

T1D basics +4 more

When it comes to managing your blood glucose levels (BGLs), things aren't always predictable. Here are some factors that can impact your BGLs beyond food, insulin and exercise.

woman pricking her finger to test her blood glucose levels

Navigating the holidays when others don’t understand T1D

Food & nutrition +4 more

The holidays can bring extra challenges for people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), so we've put together some practical tips for navigating ignorance and misinformation about T1D this Christmas.

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Top tips for managing type 1 diabetes at Christmas

Food & nutrition +4 more

With the festive season upon us, we’ve got some tips to make sure you're keeping those holiday spirits high – and not your blood glucose levels.

Family gathered around a dining table enjoying a christmas themed lunch

Halloween and type 1 diabetes: 5 top tips

Everyday life +1 more

Don't let type 1 diabetes get in the way of your child having fun this Halloween. Follow our tips to keep them safe while having a spookily good time!

a group of three children at a door. They are dressed as a devil, pumpkin and witch for Halloween

Your free guide to pregnancy and T1D

T1D basics +6 more

We're excited to launch the new Australian guide to pregnancy and type 1 diabetes.

Navigating pregnancy with type 1 diabetes

Plant-based, gluten-free burgers that are T1D friendly, too

Food & nutrition +1 more
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Delicious type 1 diabetes-friendly burrito bowls to cook at home

Food & nutrition
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Your guide to continuous glucose monitors (CGMs)

Treatment & tech

A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) is a wearable device that tracks glucose levels. Learn all about these devices.

Older woman is using her phone to read her continuous glucose monitor sensor on her upper arm

Guide to insulin pumps

Treatment & tech +1 more

Learn how insulin pumps work, the pros and cons of using one to help manage type 1 diabetes, and how much they cost.

insulin pump in a young boy's pocket, with a tube connecting the pump to an infusion set on his stomach

Watch on demand: A summit for healthcare professionals working in T1D care

Treatment & tech +2 more
HCP Summit speakers

Free event for T1D healthcare professionals

T1D basics +3 more

Join us on Tuesday 26 May for a free summit on type 1 diabetes (T1D) early detection programs and emerging immunotherapies.

Woman viewed from behind sitting at a desk, looking at a large monitor displaying a blue Breakthrough T1D presentation slide titled "Early action, better outcomes: A Summit for healthcare professionals working in type 1 diabetes care." A circular inset on the slide shows researchers in masks working at microscopes in a laboratory.

Islet transplants

Treatment & tech

Explore how islet transplants work, how they help people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) make insulin again, and the latest research improving access.

Islet transplant

Your free guide to exercise, T1D and AID systems (insulin pump and CGM)

Exercise +2 more

Your comprehensive guide to exercising while using an insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor (also known as an automated insulin delivery system, or AID system).

On the move with type 1 diabetes

What’s happening in the Australian T1D research landscape? (Video)

Treatment & tech +5 more

Join Dr Dorota Pawlak and Sydney Yovic as they chat with top researchers about the latest projects happening in the Australian type 1 diabetes (T1D) research landscape.

Panel of researchers at the Breakthrough T1D Summit 2026

Overcoming barriers to adopting type 1 diabetes technology in Australia

Treatment & tech +6 more

People from the Australian type 1 diabetes community share what it’s really like to use diabetes technology.

Woman smiling with continuous glucose monitor (cgm)

Antarctica with T1D: Rachel Smith shares her journey

Exercise +4 more

In December 2025, Dr Rachel Smith plans to be the first woman with type 1 diabetes to climb Antarctica's highest mountain, Mount Vinson.

Dr Rachel Smith on stage at Breakthrough T1D Type 1 Summit in August 2025

Exercise & physical activity

5 things you might not know about type 1 diabetes and exercise

Exercise +2 more

Discover 5 things you may not know about exercising with type 1 diabetes. They may just answer some questions and help you get into the swing of things.

young man and woman jogging, wearing Breakthrough T1D shirts; woman is wearing a CGM sensor on inner upper arm

Exercise for children with type 1 diabetes (video)

Exercise +1 more

Exercise is an important part of life for every child – including those who live with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Here's how to keep your child safe while they have fun.

A team of kids putting their hands into the middle of a circle, overhead view

Your free guide to exercise, T1D and AID systems (insulin pump and CGM)

Exercise +2 more

Your comprehensive guide to exercising while using an insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor (also known as an automated insulin delivery system, or AID system).

On the move with type 1 diabetes

Antarctica with T1D: Rachel Smith shares her journey

Exercise +4 more

In December 2025, Dr Rachel Smith plans to be the first woman with type 1 diabetes to climb Antarctica's highest mountain, Mount Vinson.

Dr Rachel Smith on stage at Breakthrough T1D Type 1 Summit in August 2025

5 things you might not know about type 1 diabetes and exercise

Exercise +2 more

Discover 5 things you may not know about exercising with type 1 diabetes. They may just answer some questions and help you get into the swing of things.

young man and woman jogging, wearing Breakthrough T1D shirts; woman is wearing a CGM sensor on inner upper arm

How to lose weight when living with type 1 diabetes

Exercise +3 more

Reaching a healthy weight – and maintaining it – can be beneficial for all. Here's how to do it safely when you live with type 1 diabetes. 

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How exercise affects blood glucose levels (videos)

Exercise +2 more

Many factors influence your blood glucose levels while exercising, including the type of activity you're doing. Here are a few things to keep in mind.

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The benefits of exercise when living with type 1 diabetes (video)

Exercise +1 more

Making exercise part of your type 1 diabetes management plan will help prevent long-term complications while benefitting you in many other important benefits.

woman preparing for exercise, CGM on her upper arm

Testing Times: your teen T1D guide

Wellbeing & mental health +4 more

The must-have guide for teens and young adults living with type 1 diabetes.

Testing Times book cover

Wellbeing and mental health

Accessing mental health services

Wellbeing & mental health

T1D can make life feel frustrating and unforgiving. When the going gets tough it’s important to know support is available for mental health issues, and to know where and how to access that support.

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How to keep your spirits up when experiencing type 1 diabetes burnout

Wellbeing & mental health

Type 1 diabetes is like a job and the day-to-day effort to manage it can become hard and frustrating, especially when the results are not what you hoped for.

An exhausted woman lays in bed, covering her face with her hands

Watch on demand: A summit for healthcare professionals working in T1D care

Treatment & tech +2 more
HCP Summit speakers

Your Mother's Day gift guide

Everyday life +2 more

Unsure what to get mum this Mother's Day? We’ve got you covered with some great gift ideas that she'll love!

two women laughing together

Mental Health + Diabetes Training Program

Wellbeing & mental health

The Mental Health + Diabetes Training Program will provide knowledge and tools to help mental health and healthcare professionals deliver the best support to their clients living with diabetes.

a young male sitting with a woman, her back is to the camera

Free event for T1D healthcare professionals

T1D basics +3 more

Join us on Tuesday 26 May for a free summit on type 1 diabetes (T1D) early detection programs and emerging immunotherapies.

Woman viewed from behind sitting at a desk, looking at a large monitor displaying a blue Breakthrough T1D presentation slide titled "Early action, better outcomes: A Summit for healthcare professionals working in type 1 diabetes care." A circular inset on the slide shows researchers in masks working at microscopes in a laboratory.

Navigating the holidays when others don’t understand T1D

Food & nutrition +4 more

The holidays can bring extra challenges for people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), so we've put together some practical tips for navigating ignorance and misinformation about T1D this Christmas.

Article lead image (BT1D)

Top tips for managing type 1 diabetes at Christmas

Food & nutrition +4 more

With the festive season upon us, we’ve got some tips to make sure you're keeping those holiday spirits high – and not your blood glucose levels.

Family gathered around a dining table enjoying a christmas themed lunch

Your type 1 diabetes gift guide

Everyday life +2 more

Do you have a loved one with type 1 diabetes? We’ve got you covered with some great gift ideas for Christmas, birthdays, and other celebrations.

Presents lying underneath a christmas tree

Everyday life with T1D

How to navigate travelling with type 1 diabetes

Travel +1 more

Travelling with type 1 diabetes can be fun and safe – and with a little preparation, you’ll have peace of mind that you’ll be able to tackle any eventuality that arises.

A woman in a sunhat with a continuous glucose monitoring system on her arm takes a selfie in front of the ocean

Podcast: The T1D Tune In

Wellbeing & mental health +4 more

Listen to inspiring stories from amazing Australians living with type 1 diabetes and those who are working to find a cure.

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