Diabetes Australia produces a number of resources available to health professionals and the general public. In some cases the resources have been developed through funding from the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS). A selection of available Resources, including brochures, booklets, DVDs, information sheets and links to other websites, is located in the Resources section of this website.
The Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Tool (AUSDRISK)
The Australian type 2 diabetes risk assessment tool (AUSDRISK) is a short list of questions to help both health professionals and consumers to assess the risk of developing type 2 diabetes over the next five years.
AUSDRISK can be completed by the patient or with the assistance of a health professional or practice staff. Patients aged 40 – 49 years with a 'high' score result from the AUSDRISK tool are eligible to attend a type 2 diabetes risk evaluation (MBS Item 713) by their GP. The tool is available in three formats:
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Diabetes and Fasting for Muslims 2008
Fasting during Ramadan, September/October 2008: what can you tell your Muslim clients?
Despite being exempt, Muslims with diabetes often wish to fast because of the status of Ramadan. During this month foods and fluids are only allowed at night so fasting extends from dawn to sunset. Longer gaps between meals and greater amounts of foods - in particular, a higher intake of carbohydrate - may mean people with diabetes experience large swings in blood glucose levels during Ramadan.
In 2008, Ramadan is expected to commence on 1 September and to continue until 1 October.
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