Diabetes researchers catch misbehaving cells at the scene of the crime 26 August 2014 Researchers have for the first time observed immune cells in the pancreas of a type 1 diabetes patient, allowing them to watch as the cells attack and destroy the body’s insulin-producing molecules. Dr Stuart Mannering, an immunologist at St Vincent’s Institute of Medical Research, said the breakthrough was like catching the misbehaving immune cells at the scene of the crime. Diabetes Australia is extremely proud to have supported this research and many other research projects through our Research Program. Read the article in The Age
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Blog 1 June 2026 Life on the level podcast: returning for season 2 Life on the Level podcast is back with season 2. Hosted by young Aussies Isabella Magee and Sebastian Harris, this season explores what it's really like to live with type 1 diabetes; the challenges, the wins, and all the messy bits in between. Continue Reading
Blog 1 June 2026 Rebuilding after the fall: Brett Findlay’s story of recovery and resilience Brett Findlay had just started a new job when he learnt he had type 1 diabetes. He figured he could manage diabetes by keeping his blood glucose levels consistently low. Then, one fateful day, he had a severe hypo. In this raw episode of Life on the Level, Brett talks about hypo unawareness, rebuilding after trauma, and the enduring strength of family. Continue Reading
