Insulin and diabetes

Find out about insulin and diabetes, including important points on storing insulin, and what to do if you run out of insulin or it has expired.

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Insulin and non-insulin injection devices for diabetes

Some diabetes medicines are injected. There are different delivery devices, like pumps and syringes. Read about using devices safely and effectively.

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Diabetes medicines

Read about diabetes medicines including insulin and other medicines to control your blood sugar levels, how to take them and their side effects.

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Diabetic ketoacidosis

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a medical emergency. It can happen when people with diabetes have very high blood sugar levels. Read more about DKA.

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Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a group of health conditions that raise stroke, heart disease and type-2 diabetes risk. Read about symptoms and treatments.

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Pancreas

The pancreas is a vital organ that helps the body digest food and control blood sugar levels. Read about its role and how to keep it healthy.

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Type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body doesn't make enough insulin or doesn't use it well. Find out how to delay or prevent type 2 diabetes.

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Type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes can affect people of any age but is most often diagnosed in young people. Read about the symptoms and treatment for type 1 diabetes.

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Coma

In a coma, a person is alive but totally unresponsive to the world around them. Someone in a coma will need intensive care in hospital. Find out more here.

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Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition where your blood sugar levels become too high. Find out about the types of diabetes and the treatment options.

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Gestational diabetes

Learn about the causes, risk factors and potential complications of gestational diabetes, when during pregnancy it occurs, and how it can be managed.

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Pre-diabetes

Pre-diabetes is when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal. Learn about lifestyle changes that can stop you getting type 2 diabetes.

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Metformin

Metformin is a medicine commonly prescribed by doctors for managing type 2 diabetes. It can be used together with other diabetes medicines.

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Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar)

Hyperglycaemia is too much glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out how this feels and what to do if your blood sugar is higher than it should be.

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Hormonal system

The endocrine (hormonal) system influences your metabolism, growth and other functions. Learn more about what it is and related conditions.

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Pancreatitis

Acute pancreatitis appears as sudden, severe upper abdominal (tummy) pain, that may spread to your back. Read about pancreatitis symptoms and treatment.

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Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)

Hypoglycaemia is having too little glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out what a hypo feels like, and how to help someone with low blood sugar.

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Drugs in sport

Using drugs to give your performance an edge can also affect your health. Learn more about what damage drugs can do to your health.

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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that affects many females in their reproductive years. Read about PCOS and your health.

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How to reduce visceral body fat (hidden fat)

Visceral or 'toxic’ fat is the harmful fat around your heart and abdominal organs. Learn how to tell if you have visceral fat and how to manage it.

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Autoimmune diseases — an overview

Autoimmune diseases occur when your immune system attacks your own body. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases.

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Ketogenic diet

A ketogenic or 'keto' diet is very low in carbohydrates. It is sometimes used as a complementary treatment — like for epilepsy in children.

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Can medicines be addictive?

Some medicines can be addictive. You can become dependent on a medicine. Find out the difference. Learn how to avoid becoming addicted to medicines.

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Lipoma

Lipomas are common fatty lumps that grow under the skin. Learn more about their symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.

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Reporting a problem with a medicine

You should tell your doctor or health professional about any problems with your medicine. It’s also helpful to report the problem to the TGA.

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Fasting for medical tests

For some medical tests, fasting may be required for a period of time beforehand. Learn more about different tests and when fasting may be necessary.

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Out-of-date medicines

All medicines have an expiry date displayed on their packaging. Learn about why medicines expire, and how to dispose of old medicines safely.

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Endocrine glands and their hormones

Find out more about the endocrine glands and hormones in your body, such as the pituitary gland, thyroid gland and adrenal glands.

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Devices to self-monitor your blood sugar

If you have diabetes, it's important to monitor your blood glucose. Learn more about monitoring devices, blood sugar and ketone testing equipment.

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Fatty liver

Fatty liver disease might not cause any symptoms, but it can lead to health problems. Learn how to change your lifestyle to prevent fatty liver.

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