Diabetes Australia

Diabetes Australia is the national peak body for diabetes in Australia providing a single, powerful, collective voice for people living with diabetes, their families and carers.

Diabetes Australia works in partnership with diabetes health professionals, educators and researchers to minimise the impact of diabetes on the Australian community.

Diabetes Australia is committed to turning diabetes around through awareness, prevention, detection, management and a cure.

Diabetes Australia also manages the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) on behalf of the Australian government. This program allows people who are registered with the NDSS to access subsidised diabetes products.

Carers of people with diabetes can access support by calling the Diabetes Infoline on 1300 136 588. 

Useful links

Carers can access detailed information about diabetes, tips for managing diabetes through the Diabetes Australia website at www.diabetesaustralia.com.au. You can also find links to an organisation in your state or territory. 

The following articles you may find interesting:

• Many carers spend time worrying about managing the diet of someone with diabetes. Diabetes Australia- NSW have a useful tool where you can ask a dietitian questions about diet and diabetes.  
• You can buy products online at Diabetes Australia-NSW
• This article from Diabetes Australia provides an overview of the various medications used to manage diabetes.

Contacts

Diabetes Australia

Level 2, 103-105 Northbourne Ave
Turner ACT 2612

Ph (02) 6232 3800

www.diabetesaustralia.com.au

You can talk to a diabetes educator on the Diabetes Infoline 1300 136 588.