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We recognise that we can learn a lot from our families. This area of research looks at the reasons why families living with diabetes choose whether or not to participate in research.

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Seed Funding GrantsThe Rio Tinto Children's Diabetes Centre; a Breakthrough T1D Centre of Excellence is excited the announce the latest round of seed funding recipients.

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Christmas nutrition tipsWe asked our nutrition research lead and Accredited Practising Dietitian, Dr Amelia Harray, for her advice on how to enjoy food and stay on track with managing type 1 diabetes over Christmas.

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Dr Keely Bebbington awarded a JDRF fellowshipCongratulations to the Rio Tinto Children’s Diabetes Centre’s Dr Keely Bebbington on being awarded a JDRF Rebecca Davies Clinical Research Fellowship for her research that aims to prevent the onset of anxiety in children with T1D and their families.

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Advanced hybrid closed loop in paediatric population technology studyOur researchers are looking for young children with type 1 diabetes who are using an insulin pump, to take part in the advanced hybrid closed loop in paediatric (HyCLIP) population study.

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Crippa's Footy ClinicDiabetes Research Western Australia (DRWA) are inviting children aged 6-16 living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes to join West Coast Eagles forward Jamie Cripps for a fun-filled footy clinic.

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New Study: Self Compassion for young peopleStudy: Self-Compassion for Young People with Type 1 Diabetes PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: We are looking for young Australians 14-17 years with type 1

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New research on youth-onset type 2 diabetes in northern AustraliaExplore new research on youth-onset diabetes at The Kids' Institute, uncovering insights to improve health outcomes for young patients in Northern Australia.

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Keeping on track over the summer breakSwimming safety Remember that your pump should not be disconnected for more than two hours at a time — if you disconnect your pump for swimming,

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Sleepovers and diabetesLove them or hate them, but sleepovers are a popular pastime for children. Understandably, parents of children living with type 1 diabetes might be hesitant to leave them in someone else’s care for an extended period, but there are ways to ensure that everyone is prepared for a safe experience.