Comments on: PM commits new funds for diabetes research

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[...] a Clinical Trials Network for diabetes. This supplements the $5 million that former PM Kevin Rudd announced back in [...]

By: Irene

Irene — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 12:52:43 +0000

My daughter was 7 years old when she was diagnosed – 31 August 1975 – you never forget the date, the pain never goes away and your life is changed forever. She now has a beautiful 7 year old daughter and I'm still looking forward to the day there's a cure. Stay strong for her so she can remain positive and enjoy life. Good luck. Thanks Mr Rudd – we could use more $$.

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:32:31 +0000

It's good to see funding being granted but how come it never produces any practical results for diabetics in terms of treatment, cure etc? There has been no change in regards to the management of diabetes for over 20 years. I have been diabetic for 21 years and nothing is different since I was diagnosed. What has happened to all that money that has been invested in research since then???

By: Saskia Martiskin

Saskia Martiskin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:18:44 +0000

I'm proud of all the kids and their families who attended Kids in the House, especially the kids who spoke at the luncheon and of course, my daughter ! It was an emotional time that really made me realise that with passion, we can all help to find a cure. We have to continue lobbying the government for funding – a cure is possible and it will happen with the fantastic support of JDRF and the wonderful support of Dr Alberti, who keeps us inspired.

By: Roni O'Connor

Roni O'Connor — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:51:23 +0000

Thankyou to all the families who tirelessly support fundraising, awareness and their children. I am a mum of two boys with Type 1 and it's great to see the government pledging funds. Keep up the good work everyone you all inspire me!!!

By: Jade Elliott

Jade Elliott — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 08:05:18 +0000

Congratulations to all those who participated. Although i am only 22 I have been a diabetic for nearly 18 years and feel very proud that there are people out there willing to fight for us! Hopefully one day there will be a cure and we can all be free from diabetes!

By: Tracey

Tracey — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 08:42:49 +0000

A cure would be a wish come true. Our 6 year old daughter was diagnosed 7 months ago and it turned our lives upside down. Them she was diagnosed with Coeliacs disease. Thank goodness for the insulin pump. Bring on a cure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 07:53:06 +0000

Our daughter was 10 when she was diagnosed nearly 3 years ago. It does change your life dramatically but it is possible to work through it and life will get back to some sort of normalicy – even though it is a new type of normal. I wish you, your daughter and family all the best.

By: alison

alison — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:27:53 +0000

This is so welcoming to hear, our 6 year old daughter was diagnosed 3 weeks ago today and we will never forget march the 4th being the first day that has changed the way we live forever. Our girl has been so brave and she is starting to adjust to her new lifestyle. Finger pricks and daily injections are her life and this frightens us as parents. Bring on a cure and lets be hopeful for all children with type 1 diabetes.

By: Kim Boyd

Kim Boyd — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 10:43:46 +0000

Hello,
We were there too!! What a great way to help all the people who have type 1. I felt very grateful that we could try and get the government to fund the clinical trials network. would be great to have a cure for all of those who live with this every day now. I was proud to be able to help and see all those wonderful children trying so hard to help others, Well done kids!!