Episode 14: Managing diabetes during COVID-19

In this episode Steve Morris talks to Greg Johnson, CEO of Diabetes Australia, about the biggest challenges facing people with diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic, why diabetes is a ‘pandemic within a pandemic’, feedback from consumers about telehealth, and the importance of addressing mental health. Further reading Diabetes Australia: www.diabetesaustralia.com.au National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS): www.ndss.com.au RACGP - Management of type 2 diabetes: A handbook for general practice: www.racgp.org.au/clinical-resources/clinical-guidelines/key-racgp-guidelines/view-all-racgp-guidelines/diabetes/introduction Heads up on diabetes – National Diabetes Week 2020: www.headsupdiabetes.com.au