Toowoomba Endocrine & Diabetes

08/09/2026

💙 Adults living with Type 1 Diabetes — Don't miss this opportunity!

Breakthrough T1D Australia offers a fantastic adult T1D pack full of practical resources, including:

💧 Metal water bottle
📖 Australian Carbohydrate Counter
🧊 Cooler bag
📘 Straight to the Point adult T1D guide
💙 Diabetes supplies pouch

The pack is free, with just $10 postage.

Available to Australian adults aged 18+ living with Type 1 Diabetes who haven’t received one before.

👉 Order yours here:
https://breakthrought1d.org.au/type-1-diabetes-adult-pack/

A great little bundle of useful resources for everyday life with T1D. 💙

Order your support pack for adults living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in Australia. A small fee applies to cover postage costs.

06/09/2026

📢 Important Update for Dexcom G6 Users

Dexcom has announced that the Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring system will be discontinued in Australia from 30 September 2026. Product availability after this date cannot be guaranteed as Dexcom transitions to the newer Dexcom G7 system.
The Dexcom G7 is now available through the NDSS subsidy for eligible patients.

If you are an existing patient of Toowoomba Endocrine & Diabetes and currently use the Dexcom G6, you can book an appointment with Kylie to have your NDSS CGM access updated to Dexcom G7 and receive assistance with the transition.
Please contact our clinic to arrange your appointment and allow plenty of time to update your access before the G6 is discontinued.

📞 Contact Toowoomba Endocrine & Diabetes to book.
NDSS eligibility criteria apply. Please speak with your healthcare professional to ensure the Dexcom G7 is suitable and compatible with your current diabetes management system

03/09/2026

Sleep is more important to your health than you may realise!

Quality sleep gives your body the time it needs to rest, repair, and recharge. It plays an important role in hormone regulation, metabolism, blood sugar control, mood, immune function, and overall well-being.

Aim for consistent, restful sleep and make it a priority—not a luxury.

Small changes to your sleep habits can make a big difference in how you feel and function each day.

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01/09/2026

Perimenopause can look different for every woman, and sometimes the symptoms aren’t immediately recognised for what they are.

Changes to sleep, mood, energy levels, concentration, periods, joint pain and libido can all be part of the transition — but it’s also important not to assume every symptom is hormone-related.

If something doesn’t feel quite right, speak with your GP or healthcare professional. Understanding what’s happening and knowing your options can make a big difference.

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30/08/2026

A few minutes of movement can make a difference.

If you spend much of your day sitting, try adding a few controlled sit-to-stands after a meal — no gym or equipment needed.

Small habits can be a great way to break up long periods of sitting and support everyday strength.

29/08/2026

🚗 Do you live with diabetes and drive? QUT wants to hear from you!

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is conducting research into the everyday driving experiences of people living with diabetes.

You may be eligible to take part if you:

* are aged 18 years or over
* live with diabetes
* hold a current driver licence
* have driven at least once in the past 6 months

Participation involves a short online questionnaire taking approximately 15 minutes.

Your experience could help contribute to important research around diabetes and driving.

👉 To take part, tap on the link below.

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Participants Wanted: Driving with Diabetes 🚗
The Queensland University of Technology (QUT) are conducting research to explore the daily driving experiences of people living with diabetes.

Who can take part?
🚙 aged 18 or older
🚙 have diabetes
🚙 have a valid driver licence and have driven at least once in the last six months

What is involved?
Completing a questionnaire that takes about 15 minutes.

To take part, visit: https://ow.ly/sh4950ZylXh

If you have any questions, please contact: [email protected]

27/08/2026

Currently, the Libre 3 Plus is available through the NDSS for eligible people with Type 1 Diabetes using the mylife YpsoPump with CamAPS FX.

⭐ BUT — from 1 October 2026, this is changing!

From 1 October 2026, Libre 3 Plus will become available as a standalone CGM through the NDSS for eligible Australians with Type 1 Diabetes — you will NOT need to be using an insulin pump.

People wanting to change from another subsidised CGM, including Libre 2 Plus, will need to speak with an authorised diabetes health professional to update their CGM access.

24/08/2026

Getting enough protein doesn’t have to mean expensive specialty foods.

Simple, affordable options like eggs, milk, cheese, Greek yoghurt, canned tuna, beans, lentils, and peanut butter can all help add protein to everyday meals.

Whether you’re feeding the family, shopping on a budget, or just looking for easy ways to get more protein into your day — there are plenty of accessible choices.

Small, practical changes can make healthy eating feel a whole lot easier.

23/08/2026

If you have diabetes and hold a Queensland driver licence, you may be required to have a medical review with your endocrinologist every 12 months, unless your specialist has advised a different review interval.

Your driver licence medical is an important part of your ongoing diabetes care and your responsibility as a driver. To help avoid delays, we strongly encourage you to:

✅ Book your driver licence medical/review in advance
✅ Keep track of when your next medical is due
✅ Before you leave your appointment, make sure your next review appointment is booked
✅ Contact us as early as possible if you need to reschedule

Please don’t wait until your medical is due to contact the clinic. Appointment availability can be limited, and leaving your booking until the last minute may mean you have to wait longer than expected for an appointment.

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20/08/2026

We’re excited to offer our patients access to telehealth endocrinologists through Coviu, with much sooner appointment availability.

Telehealth makes seeing a specialist easier and more convenient, while still allowing you to have a face-to-face consultation with your endocrinologist.

Prefer to come into the clinic?
You can attend your appointment here at our practice. Our team will set everything up for you in a private conference room, where you’ll meet with your endocrinologist via a large TV screen. Your doctor can see and speak with you clearly, just like a regular consultation.

Prefer to stay home?
You can also join your appointment from the comfort of your own home using a smartphone, tablet or computer.

Why choose telehealth with our endocrinologists?
• Sooner access to specialist appointments
• No need to travel to see your endocrinologist
• Private, secure video consultations
• Support from our team if you choose to attend from the clinic
• The flexibility to attend from home when it suits you

If you’ve been waiting for an endocrinology appointment, ask our reception team about our telehealth endocrinologists and available appointments.

We’re here to help make accessing specialist care easier.