Glen Noonan, CEO Diabetes Victoria, talks with Professor Dianna Magliano OAM from Baker Diabetes Research about her new Prediction Study on Victorians with young-onset type 1 and type 2 diabetes Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Contact us at podcasts@diabetesvic.org.au -- Post-production by Steve Visscher | Southern Skies Media for Howdy Partners Media | howdypartnersmedia.com.au/podcasts on behalf of Diabetes Victoria © 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 13, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 1
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick When Ben Sive was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes last year, he thought his career as a passenger aircraft pilot was over. In this candid chat with podcast host Jack Fitzpatrick, Ben shares how this historically career-ending diagnosis hasn’t kept him grounded at all. Thanks to his determination, support from his family, friends and employer, as well as advances in aviation medicine and careful management of type 1 diabetes, ...
Sep 12, 2022•43 min•Season 3Ep. 6
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick Recently, some studies have shown that type 2 diabetes can be put into ‘remission’ in some people. In this episode, host Jack Fitzpatrick chats with Diabetes Victoria’s Catherine Amadio-Prochillo and Jane Robinson and, together, they explore what type 2 diabetes remission is and if you really can make type 2 diabetes ‘go away’. Catherine Amadio-Prochillo is a credentialled diabetes nurse educator and registered nurse, and he...
Aug 02, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 5
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick Ahead of Saturday’s Federal Election, all major parties have promised to provide subsidised access to continuous glucose monitoring and flash glucose monitoring technology for all people living with type 1 diabetes. In this episode, host Jack Fitzpatrick unpacks this election commitment with Renza Scibilia from Diabetes Australia. Renza is a well-known diabetes and health advocate, who has a worked behind the scenes for many...
May 16, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 4
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick After nine years, Diabetes Victoria says farewell to CEO Craig Bennett, who just retired from full-time work at the end of March. Chatting with host Jack Fitzpatrick, Craig reflects on his time as CEO – the changes he’s seen, what they’ve meant for people living with diabetes, how Diabetes Victoria has evolved over the past nine years… and what are the main challenges that lie ahead. Craig Bennett is well known to many in th...
Apr 07, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 3
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick Meet diabetes researcher Associate Professor John Wentworth. John receives funding from the Diabetes Australia Research Program (DARP) to develop an in-home islet autoantibody test for detecting type 1 diabetes. Similar to COVID-19 rapid antigen tests, this could mean a new way to identify type 1 diabetes in children and young adults who are at high risk quickly, easily, and at a lower cost. John works with the Walter and El...
Mar 14, 2022•35 min•Season 3Ep. 2
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria Meet the amazing Izzy Anstey who is living with type 1 diabetes and pursuing a professional basketball career. Izzy joined the famous UCLA women’s basketball team in late 2019, following the footsteps of her athlete parents Chris Anstey, a former professional NBA player, and Linley Frame, an elite swimmer who represented Australia at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. During this frank chat with host Jack Fitzpatrick, Izzy shares how and when she was diag...
Jan 19, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 1
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria In our special episode for World Diabetes Day, host Jack Fitzpatrick talks to Professor Peter Colman AM about the discovery of insulin 100 years ago – and how it has literally saved millions of lives. Professor Colman is a prominent Melbourne endocrinologist with the Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. Professor Colman is also a Board Director of Diabetes Victoria and chairs the Clinical Advisory Committee Find us ...
Nov 09, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 9
* Diabetes Victoria mourns the passing of our beloved Board Director: Trisha Dunning, who died on Thursday evening 14 October 2021 – peacefully, at home and surrounded by her family. She was 74. We have expressed our deepest sympathies to her husband John and family. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners are advised that the following podcast contains names and voices of people who have died. The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick In this edition, Diabe...
Sep 26, 2021•20 min•Season 2Ep. 8
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick To mark Women’s Health Week from 6 to 10 September, we spoke with endocrinologist Dr Sarah Price, who recently started as the Director of Chief Medicine at the Royal Women’s Hospital, and Liz Semmens, who was diagnosed with gestational diabetes in 2019 and completed the Life! program. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Sub...
Sep 03, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 7
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick In recognising National Diabetes Week, our host Jack Fitzpatrick had a chat about diabetes stigma with Michael Taylor, who lives with type 1 diabetes, and Professor Jane Speight, Foundation Director of the Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes (ACBRD), who has completed some of the world’ first research in this area. Connect with a diabetes nurse educator, dietitian or our advocacy team via the NDSS Helpline...
Jun 30, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 6
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick In recognising National Reconciliation Week, we spoke with Joe Day, a proud Yorta Yorta and Wamba Wamba man, about his journey living with type 2 diabetes and what National Reconciliation Week means to him. Artwork by Emma Bamblett - ‘Wemba Wemba’ Title: Journey, Commitment & Respect Diabetes Victoria Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander resources: https://www.diabetesvic.org.au/Aboriginal-and-Torres-Strait-Islander?bdc...
May 27, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick 26-year-old NSW Swifts' goalkeeper and netball's rising star, Sarah Klau, joined us to chat about her not so typical diagnosis story, travelling and playing with diabetes as well as where she finds support Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Subscribe with iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/37nc8mV Contact us at podcasts@diabete...
May 13, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 4
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick Renza Scibilia has worked for Diabetes Victoria and Diabetes Australia for over 8 years. She is a diabetes and health advocate, peer support and social media consultant, health writer, media spokesperson, workshop presenter and facilitator. Renza is a blogger - she is the owner, editor, and writer of Diabetogenic. Find Renza's Diabetogenic blog at diabetogenic.wordpress.com/ Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscr...
Mar 30, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 3
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick Malcolm Gray has had many roles throughout his career; including chairman of the International Cricket Council and Cricket Australia, plus a director at Diabetes Victoria... just to name a few. In this episode, you’ll not only learn about Malcolm’s incredible career but how diabetes has touched his life and his experiences raising a son who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 5. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org...
Feb 24, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 2
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick To kick us off for 2021, we spoke with Tom Browne, one of Australia’s most recognisable journalists particularly in the world of sport, about his experiences living with type 1 diabetes. Tom shares his diagnosis story, how he manages diabetes while working through a busy schedule on radio and television, and a whole lot more! Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe...
Jan 27, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Sponsored episode In this new episode of the Diabetes Victoria podcast, host Jack Fitzpatrick speaks with Karen Crawford about her experience of living with type 1 diabetes and using FreeStyle Libre flash glucose monitoring. -- The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Subscribe with iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/37nc8mV Contact ...
Dec 03, 2020•36 min
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick To mark World Diabetes Day on 14 November, we spoke with Deb Gooley about her incredible career as a diabetes nurse educator and a midwife, and how she has supported people living with, or affected by, diabetes in these roles Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Subscribe with iHeart Radio - https://ihr.fm/37nc8mV Contact us...
Nov 11, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 14
To mark World Mental Health Day on 10 October, we spoke with registered psychologist and research fellow at the Australian Centre for Research in Diabetes, Dr Shikha Gray about mental health and diabetes. Shikha helps us unpack the link between diabetes and depression or other mental illnesses, as well as how people living with diabetes are affected by stigma, plus loads more! -- Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - htt...
Oct 08, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 13
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick To mark Women’s Health Week from 7-11 September we spoke with Women’s National Basketball League player, Lara McSpadden, about her journey as a woman living with type 1 diabetes while playing elite level sport. Lara discusses the challenges and triumphs she has faced, and what advice she would give her younger self knowing what she knows now. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/...
Sep 08, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 12
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick To mark International Youth Day on 12 August we spoke with Blair Gould and Lochie Noonan about their experiences growing up with type 1 diabetes. Blair and Lochie share their thoughts on managing diabetes while studying and being active, even at an elite athlete level. They also share how they look after their mental health, changes in their hormones, socialising and where they find support. Find us online at http://diabetes...
Aug 10, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick Meet 80-year Kellion Victory Medal recipient Anna Moresby. Anna has experienced dramatic changes in diabetes management over eight decades, has been an eye witness of life-changing developments in the diabetes world and has significantly contributed to establishing Victoria’s peer support network. Sadly, Anna Moresby passed away in June 2021, aged 85. Anna was a delight to be around. She provided us with many insights into l...
Jul 05, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 10
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick To promote eye health awareness, we spoke with ophthalmologist and Associate Professor Peter van Wijngaarden about the impacts of diabetes on eye health. Peter provides a wealth of information including who is at risk, what treatment options are available and the importance of getting regular eye checks. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://...
Jun 24, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 9
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick During the COVID-19 health crisis, it could not be a better time to celebrate healthcare professionals who work tirelessly to improve the health and wellbeing of others. Today, on International Nurses Da y (12 May every year) during the 2020 International Year of the Nurse and Midwife , as proclaimed by the World Health Organization (WHO), we are speaking to diabetes nurse educator Michelle Cox. Michelle has been working at ...
May 11, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 8
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick. In a special edition podcast, advocacy coordinator Susanne Baxandall is explaining how Diabetes Victoria is here to help during the COVID-19 pandemic Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Contact us at podcasts@diabetesvic.org.au Producer - Steve Visscher Howdy Partners Media - 2020 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Apr 16, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 7
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick This month we meet Steve McGhie, Victorian MP and former State Secretary of Ambulance Employees Australia. Steve was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, which came as a surprise to him. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Contact us at podcasts@diabetesvic.org.au -- Producer - Steve Visscher Howdy Partners Media - 2020...
Apr 05, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick This month we meet accredited exercise physiologist Nicole French. Nicole will share her passion for exercise physiology which uses exercise as a treatment for people living with complex and chronic health conditions. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Contact us at podcasts@diabetesvic.org.au -- Producer - Steve VisscherH...
Mar 01, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 5
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick This month we meet Jade Erickson and her son Justin, who is living with type 1 diabetes. They are talking about the challenges the condition poses on their everyday family life. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Contact us at podcasts@diabetesvic.org.au -- Producer - Steve Visscher Howdy Partners Media - 2020 See omnystud...
Feb 03, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 4
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick This week we meet Tim McMaster, one of Diabetes Victoria's dietitians, and discuss strategies for eating during the festive season. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Contact us at podcasts@diabetesvic.org.au -- Producer - Steve VisscherHowdy Partners Media - 2019 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 08, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 3
The official podcast from Diabetes Victoria, hosted by Jack Fitzpatrick This week we speak with Tiffany Johnson and hear her amazing story of survival, how it lead to the onset of diabetes, and her role as an advocate for healthy living. Find us online at http://diabetesvic.org.au Subscribe in iTunes - https://apple.co/2Dj29B6 Subscribe on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/37F7ela Contact us at podcasts@diabetesvic.org.au -- Producer - Steve VisscherHowdy Partners Media - 2019 See omnystudio.com/listen...
Nov 13, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2
