Produced by The National Diabetes Guidelines Group.
The NZSSD working group, with support of the Ministry of Health, develops national up-to-date and evidence-based guidance for the management of type 2 diabetes in adults that will continue to be updated as evidence and practice changes.
In the new 2023 algorithm, lifestyle management and metformin remain the first-line interventions and the recent shift towards reducing CV, renal risk and obesity are emphasised, in addition to improving glycaemic control.
Specific changes to the updated guidance include the following.
Sue van Mierlo is a nurse practitioner working as part of the Lakes Extended Care Team. In her role she supports people to self-manage long-term conditions and diseases, including managing diabetes. A large number of her clients are Māori.
Read moreTechnology for all people living with type 1 (T1) diabetes has been fully funded since October 2024, with 66 per cent of people with T1 in Waikato now using Automated Insulin Delivery (AID). If you have patients with T1 not using an insulin pump, please discuss the benefits of AID and refer them to the Regional Diabetes Service via BPAC for assessment and support.
Read moreThe clinical diabetes specialist in primary care provides clinical mentorship and advice to the practice team in supporting patients with diabetes.
View detailsA guide for clinical management of type 2 diabetes, to support nurses at all levels to develop their knowledge and clinical reasoning in diabetes care.