Living with diabetes
Are you planning an overseas holiday? Do you need to have surgery? Or are you getting your driver’s licence? Living with diabetes should not stop you from doing things you want or need to do. If diabetes is part of your life then there is important information you need to know in some situations to help you manage your diabetes well.
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Driving and diabetes
If you have diabetes there are some important facts that you need to know about driving.
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Diabetes in the workplace
Most people with diabetes have long and successful working lives across interesting jobs. As we start back at work for another year it is an opportunity to:
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Travel and diabetes
When planning to travel; whether it be a short trip, several weeks, or even months around Australia, or overseas, good preparation is vital.
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Preparing to fast during Ramadan
Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (Sawm). Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, and is a time of reflection, prayer and renewal of faith for the Muslim community.
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Everyday illness
When you are sick your body releases stress hormones to help you fight illness, infection or stress. Stress hormones can cause your liver to put more glucose (sugar) into your bloodstream. A minor illness can result in a major rise in blood glucose levels. It’s important to stay on top of these things. Find out more about type 1, type 2 and managing everyday illness.
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Day surgery and diabetes
Being admitted for surgery? Having to go to hospital for surgery or a procedure can be stressful. When you have diabetes, you need to take some safety measures,
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Alcohol and diabetes
Drinking alcohol can be safe if done responsibly and most people with diabetes can still enjoy socialising with alcohol.
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Smoking, drugs and alcohol
We know that drinking too much alcohol, using illicit drugs and smoking can cause damage to our health and may even lead to death.