Type1Screen

Type1Screen offers Australian & New Zealand residents screening for the early detection of type 1 diabetes. Type1Screen is proudly supported by JDRF Australia.

This involves a blood test at your nearest pathology centre. Early detection can prevent serious illness & improve long term prognosis. Australian and New Zealand residents, who have a family member living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), are encouraged to find out more about Type1Screen. A simple blood test is all it takes to find out if you, or your child, at are increased risk of developing the condition. If you have a family history of T1D, when compared to the rest of the population, your risk of developing the condition is greater. Although there is currently no cure, early detection of T1D before symptoms present helps to prevent serious illness and provides options for intervention and prevention trials that may prevent or delay the onset of T1D.

16/09/2025

💭 What do teens REALLY think about insulin pumps? 💭
Researchers interviewed 20 with - 10 who use and 10 who either refused or stopped using them. 🎯 4 key themes emerged:
1️⃣ Adjusting to lifelong diabetes
All teens struggle with accepting they'll need forever, regardless of delivery method
2️⃣ To hide or not to hide?
Some see pumps as making diabetes more visible, others appreciate not having to inject in public
3️⃣ Finding freedom & control ⭐
This was THE biggest factor - teens who embraced pumps felt they gained:
- More in managing their diabetes
- Better ability to fit treatment into their
- Greater sense of over their condition
4️⃣ Pump-specific worries
Concerns about device malfunctions, being attached to something 24/7, or how it looks
💡 The takeaway:
When teens feel insulin pumps give them MORE autonomy (not less), they're much more likely to succeed with the technology.
For healthcare teams: Focus on how pumps can enhance independence rather than just clinical benefits
For families: Listen to what matters most to YOUR teen - and are huge motivators!

13/09/2025

"Having diabetes is like holding a ticket for a lifelong journey of learning" 🎫✨

Researchers interviewed 20 adults living with (ages 25-75, living with for 10-61 years) to understand what it's really like to manage this condition over a lifetime.

The core experience: "Making meaning of Type 1 diabetes as a lifelong illness"
Every person described diabetes management as continuous learning that never stops:
📚 It's mostly informal learning
- Learning from daily experiences, not just medical appointments
- Figuring things out as life changes and throws curveballs
- Constantly adapting what you know to new situations

🔄 It's about reconstruction
- Your understanding of diabetes evolves as YOU evolve
- What worked at 15 might not work at 45 or 75!
- Self-care strategies get rebuilt over and over

💪 The deeper process:
People aren't just learning diabetes management - they're learning how to BE a lifelong learner with a chronic condition.
🌟 Why this matters:
This research shows that living well with T1D isn't about "mastering" diabetes once - it's about embracing that you'll keep growing, adapting, and finding new ways to make life meaningful alongside this condition.

For the T1D community: You're not failing if you're still figuring things out after years or decades - you're doing exactly what this jo

Read more at: https://doi.org/10.1177/26350106251361371

10/09/2025

We are proud to see our colleague, Dr Kirstine Bell (credentialed diabetes educator ), featured at the recent Australasian Diabetes Congress on national news.

Kirstine shared her insights about the national screening pilot she has been leading with the help of Type1Screen's antibody testing (markers of the earliest stages of development). She has outlined the difference early detection can make for families in terms of avoiding hospitalisation, serious illness and provide the opportunity for clinical trials aiming to delay or prevent the need for therapy.

It is always exciting to see acknowledgement of recognised on a national stage. Watch the interview at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JIffpfuW_M

07/09/2025

Hi! I'm Gabrielle 😄

My connection to is my dad. He was diagnosed in his 30’s, as were a number of our family members.

It has always played on my mind, especially now, as I near the 30 mark.

My Dad sent me the link (www.type1screen.org) to Type1Screen testing a few weeks ago and I got right on it 🙂

If you're thinking about checking your risk for , it's pretty easy to register online and a kit will be sent to your home which I did myself! Now to wait for the results in about 6-8 weeks.

If I can do it, you can do it too. Wishing everybody all the best.

05/09/2025

Calling our Type1Screen families!

We seek young people aged from 9 to 18 years of age, and their caregivers, who have been involved in monitoring for . We want to learn about family experiences of and for with the aim of informing future screening and monitoring programs, both here in and overseas.

All will be conducted online at a mutually convenient time, including after hours if helpful, and families will receive a Coles/Myer voucher to acknowledge their time and contribution. Interviews are expected to take around 10-15 minutes for young people and 30-45 minutes for caregivers.

For more information:
- PM us,
- email our Psychology Post Doctoral researcher, Mia, mia.majstorovic@adelaide.edu.au or
- copy and paste this link into your browser to register your interest at: https://adelaideuniwide.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ai1gunhvweaEHjg

Thank you!

04/09/2025

For those of you who may have missed this, the results of a world first-in-human trial were published late last year. A groundbreaking study in used a person’s own cells to create insulin-producing cells. These cells were placed under the skin of their abdomen. Just 75 days later, the person no longer needed injections.

After one year, their blood glucose levels ( ) stayed in range (over 98% of the time), and their long-term blood glucose level ( ) was in the normal range (~5%). Importantly, there were no safety concerns from the procedure.

While it’s very early days, and just **one** person, it offers real hope that cell-based therapies could one day replace insulin injections.

01/09/2025

For those involved in , or , the Australasian Diabetes Congress ( ) can be the highlight of the year. Not only is it an event to share the latest evidence and knowledge, it's a place to network and connect with likeminded individuals who just want to see an end to (all types of diabetes!)

Our Type1Screen Team was provided the opportunity to host a masterclass about the changing paradigm around our understanding of . The concepts of , for (early markers), the opportunity for aiming to delay and prevent progression, and the personal perspectives of participants.

It was a privilege to share some personal accounts of families and individuals who have felt benefit from their involvement. Feedback from attendees, many of whom were shared increased confidence in speaking to their patients about the and why screening may be beneficial. Thanks to all who attended for their engagement and support.

If you are a working in with an interest in identifying early, and want to know more, reach out by DM or email us at type1screen@mh.org.au. We can provide you with some cards to display in your practice, where people can find more information or register for screening themselves. It's free and the test can be done at home. www.type1screen.org

29/08/2025

🌙 Can help prevent dangerous overnight lows with ?

A new study tested the specially designed DailyDose Smart Snack (DDSS) app, which uses and physical activity data to offer personalised bedtime snack advice.

While it didn’t significantly reduce all hypoglycaemic events, it did cut the most severe overnight (

26/08/2025

🌟 What impacts life satisfaction for young adults with type 1 diabetes?

A new study explored this question—and found some important answers. Among 222 young people with (aged 18–35):

💡 Higher life satisfaction was linked to:
✔️ Using continuous glucose monitoring ( )
✔️ Using an
✔️ NOT using paper self-monitoring journals
✔️ Having (possibly reflecting stronger self-care habits)
✔️ No other chronic conditions like or

🔻 Lower life satisfaction was associated with:
📉 Higher HbA1c (i.e. glucose more often out of target range)

👉 Most participants reported average life satisfaction, but these results highlight the emotional and practical impact of tools and comorbidities.

Modern tech, fewer complications = better life for

Read more at: https://rdcu.be/eyfZQ

23/08/2025

⚠️ Content warning: This post contains experiences of serious diabetic ketoacidosis ( ) and the loss of a loved one. Please take care when engaging with this content ⚠️🤗

"Hello Everyone,
My name is Ally. I was very thankful for my Type 1 kit. I really appreciate this service. I wanted to offer support and provide a photo to help raise .
My brother died of Diabetic Ketoacidosis ( ) in 2022. He didn’t have a chance to fight because devastatingly, he was undiagnosed. We only found out through his postmortem report.
I am passionate about , now having several family members living with
Thank you for all you do 💙"

Know the signs: excessive thirst, weightloss, urination and fatigue could be .

For more information about free screening for family members go to www.type1screen.org.

💙

20/08/2025

👁️‍🗨️ AI and Eye Health in Diabetes

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a serious complication of both and . Unfortunately, DR is also a leading cause of . But there's good news!

🔍 A new review by Italian researchers found artificial intelligence (AI) is already helping to transform retinopathy care. AI tools can:

✅ Improve early detection
✅ Boost screening rates
✅ Support faster, more accurate diagnosis
✅ Help clinicians manage patients more efficiently

For people with type 1 diabetes, AI-driven retinal screening could be a game changer—supporting earlier intervention and protecting sight.

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Healthcare providers are optimistic, and policymakers are encouraged to invest in this cost-effective, life-changing tech.

Read more online at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdiacomp.2025.109139

17/08/2025

💙 Living with can be incredibly tough—not just physically, but emotionally too. A new review shows that from managing , along with life challenges and personal worries, can lead to . Such strain is linked to persistently high .

But there’s hope. 💡 A recent study found that psychological resilience and positive life events—like meaningful connections or good news—can help improve blood sugar.

The EMBARK trial showed that focusing on emotions in therapy can lead to lasting improvements in health. Experts from the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM) are calling for more routine checks—not just on blood glucose, but on emotional wellbeing too. 📋

They recommend using simple questionnaires like the PAID scale, T1DAL and the T1-DDS to help spot diabetes-related distress early. Some researchers also suggest adding tools like the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) to get a better picture of how life stress affects people with type 1 diabetes.

💬 Imagine filling out a short wellbeing survey before your diabetes appointment—so the conversation can be more about you, not just your numbers.

❤️👉 Takeaway: Supporting emotional wellbeing is just as important as the physical management of type 1 diabetes. Let’s keep pushing for care that looks at the whole person, not just the numbers. This could be a step toward more person-centred care.

Read more at https://doi.org/10.1111/dom.16540

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