A focus on prevention
Diabetes has a huge impact on the individual and those around them.
Diabetes Foundation Aotearoa (previously Diabetes Projects Trust) has been delivering services focused on preventing diabetes and its complications for nearly 30 years. The Foundation emphasises partnership with the community to achieve better health for present and for future generations.
Latest News
On our blog you will find the latest news at Diabetes Foundation Aotearoa - new programmes, new research projects and more.
Sugar, new report into Ireland's POSITIVE experience of introducing a tax
According to a report just released (September 2024) into Ireland was the 36th country to introduce a tax on sugar-sweetened drinks. There are apparently 108 countries in total known to haveRead moreMHT Diabetes Trust get behind Diabetes Awareness November 2024
This is from our friends at MHT Diabetes Trust (Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua Diabetes Trust) https://www.diabetestrust.org.nz/ They've got an open day on the 14th if you're in the area and aRead moreDiabetes Awareness 2024
International Diabetes Federation (IDF) have announced the theme of 'wellbeing' for World Diabetes Day which is only two weeks away on 14 November. The blurb from the World Diabetes Day (WDD)Read morePublication - Diabetes treatment satisfaction among a multi-ethnic Aotearoa New Zealand population
This publication follows up a multi-centre trial conducted in general practices and diabetes clinic sites across Aotearoa New Zealand, of which Diabetes Foundation Aotearoa was one (researchersRead moreSummit 2024 is done - thanks to everyone involved!
What a special event our fourth summit focusing on 'disparities' turned out to be on the 26th of September. We've been left with so much to reflect on after the experience. There will be moreRead moreSummit 2024 is nearly here!
We are nearly ready to open registrations for our 2024 Diabetes Summit. We are thrilled that we are going to be welcomed onto Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa Marae at Auckland Airport on the evening of 26Read moreLive Lightly collaboration - new recipe booklet for Plant based eating for sustainability
An exciting collaboration with the amazing forward-thinking people at Live Lightly at Auckland Council. Have a look at the new recipe booklet done by the team, and check out the other Live LightRead moreDo you want to support our efforts to prevent diabetes and its complications?
Diabetes Foundation Aotearoa has been working in the community for nearly 30 years to reduce the incidence of diabetes, and diabetes complications. We run a range of programmes, carry out researcRead moreNurse Prescriber change, some nurses can prescribe more diabetes medications
Nurses (and health) have come a long way in recent years thanks to the amazing mahi of committed people who had the vision and courage and sheer stickability to push for change. Prescribing ofRead moreCity Mission making a difference with their food gardening, supported by Gardens4Health
It's lovely to see reports of the difference being made at City Mission through having their onsite food garden in operation, and the excellent approach of giving out kits to encourage people to growRead moreWho we are
Our team serves the community and works inside the community to help prevent diabetes through our many programmes, funded by the Ministry of Health.
What we do
- Develops and delivers health promotion programs
- Research and evaluation services
- Resource design
- Advocacy
- Capacity building and community development
Our programmes
Diabetes Foundation Aotearoa offers a range of programmes and activities across Auckland which aim to prevent diabetes and its complications.
Resources
We have a range of resources on our site for individuals with diabetes, families of individuals with diabetes, health professionals and for whoever else may want access to them. They are free and downloadable for you.
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