The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) delivers subsidised products, information and support services to approximately 900,000 Australians diagnosed with diabetes.
Diabetes Australia has administered the Scheme on behalf of the Australian Government since it was established in 1987.
People who are registered with the NDSS can access a range of products to assist in the management of diabetes including subsidised testing strips for checking blood glucose levels, free insulin syringes and pen needles and subsidised insulin pump consumables for eligible Registrants.
NDSS Registrants are also entitled to a range of free information and support services.
The Government’s continued commitment to the Scheme demonstrates, in a tangible way, how it is also working to turn diabetes around to improve the health outcomes of people with diabetes.