Diabetes Research Earns RNSH Fellow Award During Dr Ann Nillsen’s time with the hospital and on top of her busy role caring for children with diabetes and hormone conditions at RNSH, Ann led important research that could change how diabetes is managed around the world.
health problems, which suggests that keeping blood sugar stable might be more important than always trying to get it to normal levels,” she said. This research has since been recognised by the Australia New Zealand Society for Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes with the doctor receiving the Emerging Investigator Award for her research.
Ann’s study focused on a rare type of diabetes called GCK-MODY. Unlike other forms of diabetes, patients with GCK- MODY have high blood sugar levels from birth but don’t develop serious complications like blindness or kidney disease. Thirteen patients with this condition were studied as part of the research, comparing their blood sugar patterns to those of healthy individuals and children with type 1 diabetes. Ann said the research found that people with the GCK-MODY type of diabetes had high blood sugar for about half the day, but their levels didn’t swing up and down much, instead they stayed steady. “The results indicated that despite living with high blood sugar for decades, none of the patients had developed serious Leaders across NSLHD have undertaken psychosocial risk management training to enhance workplace safety and well-being. The Psychosocial Risk Management Training for Managers course introduces psychological health and safety, led by a qualified psychologist, and guides participants through NSLHD’s Psychosocial Risk Assessment Tool. This tool is being implemented district-wide to help identify and address potential risks in the workplace. Simon Radmore, Executive Director, Office of the Chief Executive, is encouraging all managers at NSLHD to undertake the training. “By completing this training and
Dr Ann Nillsen Empowering Leaders with Psychosocial Training
as role overload, workplace harassment, or exposure to violence, can significantly impact staff well-being if unmanaged. To address these risks, NSLHD offers the Psychosocial Risk Management Training for Managers, a course led by a psychologist that explores psychological health and safety. Managers are encouraged to complete this essential online training, delivered through 12 two-hour sessions, to ensure a safe and supportive work environment for all. Managers who would like to do the training can access it here: https://bit. ly/49mLI4K
conducting risk assessments, we are fostering a supportive and safe environment,” said Simon. “It’s about equipping everyone with the tools to thrive at work.” Psychosocial hazards, such
Some NSLHD Managers completing their training
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