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PO Box 4571 Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group Inc Ph: 0400 755 608
Bundaberg South Qld 4670 Fax: 07 4159 7022 Email: [email protected] Inc No. IA37671
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
eNews - March 2010
Hi There!
Welcome to your issue of the monthly BJDASG e-News and the wrap-up of our Launch last Sunday 21st March.
Even the threat of cyclone Ului didn't stop the BJDASG-ers from coming out to Innes Park Country Club and putting the full weight of their support behind our very special first official function. The launch was a day full of happy smiling faces and the perfect opportunity to catch up with other Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group families and supporters. (If you have some photos of the launch and you'd like to share them, please email them in and we'll put them up on our launch gallery)
The launch was officially opened by Jack Dempsey and his inspiring speech was followed by a quick 'HORRAAYY' from Marilyn Bates, after which Barry Fleming gave a short speech thanking all those involved (please see our thank you list at the bottom) and giving us a brief rundown of what goals are on the drawing board. Barry mentioned a tentative booking that's been made for the 27th & 28th of Nov at the Bucca Retreat and this is to be confirmed at our next committee meeting. (Please remember ... this group exists to support local members and if you're child/ren is a member they will be invited to the camp!)
The membership drive got off to a great start and we are still looking to add to our members list so please contact us and
join if you haven't already managed to do so? (see membership form attached) To all our lovely members, you'll be
receiving an email or letter soon with your membership number and login details so you can join the member’s forum on our website.
Launch Gallery Photos
To go to the online website gallery visit – http://bjdasg.wordpress.com
PO Box 4571 Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group Inc Ph: 0400 755 608
Bundaberg South Qld 4670 Fax: 07 4159 7022 Email: [email protected] Inc No. IA37671
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Tiny Tattoo Sensors
Tiny Tattoo Sensors may put an end to finger pricking! Imagine having a tattoo that changes colour with your rising BGL’s?
Scientists are testing these high-tech sensors, which will be embedded
under the skin much like a tattoo.
How will it work? The tiny spheres in the tattoo will contain a special ink that reacts
with the glucose in your system and changes colour when your BGL
rises. The tattoo’s inventor, biomedical engineer Heather Clark, has
already had positive results testing the tattoo on mice … followed by
human trials, hopefully within the next five years.
(Source: Diabetic Living Magazine – March/April 2010 Issue)
This Months Recipe ... mmmmm
SUPER SUBS
Ingredients: * 6 small (35g) ‘bake at home’ whole meal bread-rolls * 1/4 cup (50g) pizza sauce * 1 large (50g) lean leg ham – diced * 1 cup (120g) reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese * 220g (7oz) can pineapple pieces (in natural juice) – drained * 2 tsp mixed dried herbs
1. Preheat oven to 200oC 2. Slice the bread rolls in half and place face-up on a non-stick baking tray 3. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over rolls, then top with ham, pineapple and mixed herbs 4. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 5 minutes or until the base is crisp 5. Place under a hot grill to brown on top
SERVES 6 – MAKES 12 SUBS Per serve (2 subs): Energy 713 kj / Fat 5g / Saturated fat 3g / Carbs 18g (1 exchange) / Fibre 3g / Sodium 499mg / GI Med
General Meeting
A general meeting is being held and we'd like to invite all those interested to attend!
When: Sunday 11th April at 3.30pm Where: Innes Park Golf Club (234 Innes Park Rd Innes Park)
If you have suggestions, queries or feedback for our committee, this is the place to be! We hope to see you there :)
PO Box 4571 Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group Inc Ph: 0400 755 608
Bundaberg South Qld 4670 Fax: 07 4159 7022 Email: [email protected] Inc No. IA37671
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Kids Corner -
Hi ... my name is Dylan. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in August last year
and at the time I was 9 years old.
I was sick for five weeks, I got to the stage where I had no energy, was losing weight and drinking a lot of water. On the Monday I got up and did soccer training, the next day I couldn't get out of bed. Mum said "that's it you're going to the doctor." Mum wanted me to have blood tests and an x-ray. We did the blood tests and the x-ray on that same day.
The next day I pulled out of school because Mum and Dad got a call saying "Get Dylan to the hospital quick, he's got uncontrollable diabetes." When we got to the hospital a doctor sniffed my breath and he said "He's got Type 1 Diabetes."
When the doctors put a dip in my arm they had 5 nurses holding me down. That night I had to have my blood tested every hour. I couldn't sleep all night.
Our training started the next morning after my needle. (I had a real fear of needles my Mum says) After 6 days in hospital I had to stay home for a week. I had two half days before going back full days to school. The school has been really helpful. I gave myself my first needle in November but Mum had to bribe me with a Bionicle.
When it was the Walk to Cure Mum and Dad announced they were forming a support group for children and families with Type 1 Diabetes.
I do Rhee tae kwon do twice a week. I also went straight back to soccer plus I love swimming. I am the best carb counter in my family. Dad reckons I'm dreaming.
I hate Diabetes and I hope one day a cure is found, but for now I live with it and make the most of each day. My life now has changed from how it used to be.
from Dylan .. bye
Important Questions To Ask Before Joining A Clinical Trial
Has this trial been approved and registered by an appropriate governing body? Why is this trial important and what will the results mean to me?
What are the possible risks and side effects? Will any side effects happen now or years later?
What will taking part involve (time off work, school, medical tests, special diets etc.)?
Is there any travel required and will I be reimbursed for this?
How will my privacy be protected?
Will the results of the trial be made available to me & will I be able to find out what treatment regime I was
on?
PO Box 4571 Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group Inc Ph: 0400 755 608
Bundaberg South Qld 4670 Fax: 07 4159 7022 Email: [email protected] Inc No. IA37671
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Handy Hints
Add a teaspoon of water when frying ground beef. It will help pull the grease away from the meat while cooking
To really make scramble eggs or omelets rich add a couple of spoonfuls of sour cream, cream cheese or heavy cream in and then beat them up.
Add garlic immediately to a recipe of you want a light taste of garlic and at the end of the recipe if you want a stronger taste of garlic.
Heat up leftover pizza in a non-stick skillet on top of the stove, set hear to med-low and heat till warm. This keeps the crust crispy. No soggy micro pizza.
Letter from Dr Chris Ryan
Dear Diabetic Support Group
Congratulations on setting up such an enthusiastic support group for
children with Type 1 Diabetes.
As we all know, Diabetes is a chronic disease with an enormous impact on the children, their family and the wider community.
As health professionals we offer advice based mainly on our clinical knowledge and the experience of watching many families cope with the many aspects of having a child with Diabetes. A support group can offer much more! The best practical advice comes from someone who has ‘lived’ what you are going through. The advice and emotional support given between members of a well run support group is invaluable.
Like many of my professional colleges, Diabetes is one of my passions. I feel very privileged to be able to help and support children and their families through the ’shock’ of diagnoses, and the ups and downs of daily life with Diabetes. I have met wonderful people and have learnt as much, if not more, from you all as you have learnt from me.
It is with great enthusiasm I look forward to working closely with you all in the support group. I will be more than happy to help in any way I can.
Congratulations and Good Luck!
Chris
PO Box 4571 Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group Inc Ph: 0400 755 608
Bundaberg South Qld 4670 Fax: 07 4159 7022 Email: [email protected] Inc No. IA37671
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Our Sponsor This Month Is: BAJ CONTRACTING
BAJ Contracting Pty Ltd is a family owned and run business providing; earthmoving, waste handling and skip bins, equipment hire and vegetation maintenance services. Owners Brett and Julie Stehbens are proud to support BJDASG in its efforts to raise awareness of Juvenile Diabetes in the local area and the support of local families.
A bit about the business: BAJ Contracting Pty Ltd is a proud Bundaberg company formed by Brett and Julie Stehbens. The original BAJ business started in 2003 and has grown strongly to now be a diverse high quality provider of civil /road construction, earthworks and environmentally sound vegetation and waste management services. BAJ Contracting prides its self on quality service; successfully undertaking projects and holding contracts with local and state government, developers, builders and private sector customers. The Company values being known as a professional and industry compliant business. Owners Brett and Julie Stehbens believe in providing a personal, professional service that is delivered to customers within budget and on time. BAJ Contracting has a large modern fleet of machines and equipment including graders, bulldozers, front end loader, excavators, rollers, water trucks and tippers / tipper dogs. BAJ Contracting's Skip Bin service has a range of large skip bins that are perfect for building and renovation projects and site clean ups both industrial and domestic. BAJ Contracting is a diverse company; able to undertake and complete projects both large and small including: • general earthworks • detailed excavations • road construction • pipelines drainage and poly pipe welding • building platforms/foundations • car parks • dams • house and shed pads • pools • site clean ups • skip bins-10m3, 15m3 & 20m3
Phone: 4151 3222 Fax: 4152 3555 Email: [email protected] Web: www.bajcontracting.com.au
DO YOU KNOW A BUSINESS THAT WOULD LIKE TO SPONSOR OUR NEWSLETTER AND HAVE EXPOSURE ...
LIKE BAJ CONTRACTING?
Please ask them to call Barry on Ph: 0400 755 608. We only accept one sponsor per month!
PO Box 4571 Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group Inc Ph: 0400 755 608
Bundaberg South Qld 4670 Fax: 07 4159 7022 Email: [email protected] Inc No. IA37671
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Special Thanks to:
BAJ Contracting, Dr Chris Ryan, Malouf Group Pharmacies, Coral Coast
Pharmacies, A Touch of Paradise Landscaping, Lush Graphics, Innes Park Golf
Club, Marilyn Bates, Lissa Graham, Jack Dempsey, Rob Messenger, BJDASG
Committee Members, Coral Coast Pharmacy, Malouf Group Pharmacy –
Bundaberg & Bundaberg North, Ken’s Kepnock Butchery, Once Upon A Party,
Bundaberg Party Hire, Rise Bakery, BCF, Jakes Candy, IGA Woongarra St,
McDonalds – Sugarland, Reading Cinemas, Painted Faces – Rochelle, Espresso
To Go
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SUPPORT THE BJDASG
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PO Box 4571 Bundaberg Juvenile Diabetes Action Support Group Inc Ph: 0400 755 608
Bundaberg South Qld 4670 Fax: 07 4159 7022 Email: [email protected] Inc No. IA37671
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