T1D Advocate for change

14/10/2026

13/10/2026

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A prolonged and record cold and flu season has contributed to critically low supplies of the most common blood types.

We urgently need everyone who is eligible and well to book a donation as soon as possible https://app.lifeblood.com.au/XW3k/zghwg8ge

Share this post to help us find the 16,000+ donors we need this week.

09/10/2026

⚠️ Trigger Warning ⚠️

💔 Thinking of Debra and Martin Robinson following the verdict in Mexico, with three men found guilty.

No verdict can ever bring Jake and Callum, back. One of their sons lived with T1D, and both deserve to be remembered always.

🕊️ May Jake and Callum never be forgotten. Sending love and strength to their family. 💙🤍🤍

Three men accused of killing Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson in Mexico have been found guilty of the murders.

09/10/2026

The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne

GLUCAGON 💉
TIP: At purchase check the “use by” date of your kit. Set a reminder for when it needs to be replaced. 📅

Position the person on their left side in the recovery position to prevent anything from being breathed into the lungs. Leave them in the position until they want to move.

09/10/2026

🇦🇺 An Important Reminder About Airport Security and Medical Supplies ✈️💙

In March 2026, I contacted Melbourne Airport to request that airport security staff take extra care to ensure travellers’ personal belongings — particularly medical supplies, such as diabetes supplies — remain with them or within their view during alternative screening procedures.

Following feedback from some people, this request was raised again yesterday, highlighting the continued importance of awareness and consideration around this issue.

Alternative screening should always be conducted with dignity, respect and consideration for each traveller’s individual medical needs. Wherever possible, travellers should be able to maintain sight of their belongings and feel confident that their essential medical supplies remain accounted for throughout the screening process.

This also means travellers should not have to leave their belongings unattended during alternative screening. Wherever possible, personal belongings and essential medical supplies should remain with the traveller or within their view, providing reassurance that nothing is left unattended or out of their sight.

I’m pleased that Melbourne Airport has taken my request into consideration and continues to work towards a screening process that is respectful, safe and appropriate for travellers with medical conditions.

💙 A simple request, but an important one:

Please ensure that travellers’ essential medical supplies remain with them, or within their view, during alternative screening wherever possible, so they do not have to leave their belongings unattended.

✨ A little awareness, understanding and consideration can make a big difference to someone’s travel experience.

Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and supported when travelling.

🇦🇺✈️ Let’s keep raising awareness and advocating for more inclusive, compassionate and accessible airport security procedures.

T1D Advocate for change 💙

08/10/2026

T1D Travel Reminder ✈️

You never know when you might need extra insulin or medication while travelling. Things can get lost, delayed, or misplaced, so it’s always a good idea to carry your prescriptions with you.🧳

“A little preparation today can save a lot of stress tomorrow.” 💙

This isn’t to make anyone panic — it’s simply about helping our community be prepared for the unexpected. Having a backup plan can give you that extra peace of mind when you’re away from home.

T1D community in Australia 🇦🇺 — always best to be prepared, just in case! 🩵 T1D Advocate for change

06/10/2026

T1D is tough. But you’re never alone. 💙

Sometimes, knowing someone else just gets it is enough to keep going. 🩵

06/10/2026

🇦🇺 Remember when..

06/10/2026

Perth Children's Hospital Foundation
Perth Airport 😍
Melbourne Airport

03/10/2026

🗣 I’ll say it again and again..

My message is simple:
All T1s deserve fully subsidised access to the technology they rely on every day.💙

Type 1 diabetes isn’t optional.
Access to all diabetes technology shouldn’t be unaffordable. 💙

Let’s keep advocating for the T1D community and better access to the technology people rely on every day.
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FreeStyle Libre
Dexcom Australia
AMSL Diabetes
Omnipod
National Diabetes Services Scheme NDSS

From 1 October 2026, access to the FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor will be expanded to all eligible NDSS registrants. Learn more about the changes here.