US researchers say rates of severe childhood obesity in the country have tripled in the last 25 years, putting many children at risk of diabetes and heart disease. 26 August 2009 World-first type 2 diabetes treatment now available on PBS A world-first combination tablet that targets three key defects associated with type 2 diabetes is now available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). More News stories Research 01 September 2009 Obese Australians double their risk of type 2 diabetes The latest findings of a leading national diabetes study have confirmed that obese Australians are twice as likely to develop type 2 diabetes and heart disease. 28 August 2009 High meat diets may increase the risk of diabetes Australia is facing a diabetes epidemic with the number of people diagnosed with the condition more than doubling in the past 10 years. High meat diets may not be the solution. 24 August 2009 Impaired hypo awareness common in children and teens with diabetes Close to one-third of children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes have impaired awareness of hypoglycemia according to a new Australian study. For information about diabetes, management or complications, contact our Health and Education Division. More Check out the latest seminars, symposiums, education and management events. Diabetes presents serious health problems for Australia. Long-term complications can include damage to eyes, kidneys and nerves as well as increased risk of heart disease and stroke.

Type 2 diabetes touches many lives but is particularly prevalent among older, overweight, sedentary adults. Fortunately, this chronic disorder can often be managed through lifestyle changes in combination with medication and regular health checks. But left untreated or poorly managed, diabetes can cause numerous health problems.

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