EDOR members secure NZ lottery funding for health research
Tuesday 24 January 2023
Several EDOR members have secured funding towards a diverse range of projects in the latest round of NZ Lottery Health Research grants.
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Tuesday 24 January 2023
Several EDOR members have secured funding towards a diverse range of projects in the latest round of NZ Lottery Health Research grants.
Thursday 24 November 2022
EDOR celebrated 100 years since the first dose of insulin was given for the treatment of diabetes, with a symposium at Parliament's Grand Hall.
Monday 21 November 2022
When Dr Alisa Boucsein advocates for better access to “life-changing technology” for diabetes patients, she really knows what she’s talking about.
Friday 18 November 2022
The Edgar Diabetes and Obesity Research Centre is supporting Sneaker Friday 2022
Thursday 17 November 2022
November is Diabetes Action Month and EDOR is supporting Diabetes NZ to take action for New Zealand's fastest growing health condition.
Thursday 17 November 2022
EDOR members have written an article for The Conversation, which acknowledges 100 years of insulin treatment and brings to light the inequity that exists with access to continuous glucose monitors in Aotearoa NZ.
Friday 4 November 2022
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) can dramatically increase the quality of life for those living with diabetes and their families, yet they are not funded in New Zealand. For many families, they simply cannot afford to pay for these life changing diabetes management technologies.
Thursday 6 October 2022
An end to outdoor marketing of gambling, alcohol and junk food is urgently needed to protect children from harm, according to new University of Otago-led research.
Thursday 15 September 2022
University of Otago researchers are urging the Government to fund an automated insulin delivery system for type 1 diabetes patients, after a recent study showed it to now be “the best way” to manage the disease.
Transforming lives: 100 years of insulin, Thursday 24 November 2022, Parliament Grand Hall, Wellington.
World Sleep Day 2022, Friday 18 March 2022. Watch Professor Alister Neill present on the importance of sleep for health.
Economic and Social Cost of Type 2 Diabetes report launch, 15 March 2021, Parliament Grand Hall, Wellington.
From Evidence to Everyday: translating nutrition research for a healthy Aotearoa, Friday 20 September, Nordmeyer lecture theatre, University of Otago Wellington.
The 'cost' of sugar forum featured an expert panel discussion, chaired by Kim Hill. Listen to the Radio NZ recording of this lively and entertaining discussion.
The Diabesity Crisis: how can we make a difference? symposium was held in March 2017. View the videos to discover the latest research on diabetes and obesity.
Public Health Expert, a University of Otago blog, covers topical major health issues.
Research in Public Health, at the University of Otago. Read about other excellent research projects in public health.
Follow Dr Mike Rayner on twitter discussing the burden and prevention of cardiovascular disease.
NZ Diabetes and Obesity Research Review features independent commentary by Professor Jeremy Krebs.