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New resources: Understanding diabetes medications

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At Diabetes Victoria, we are committed to providing you with the best tools to manage your health confidently. We are pleased to showcase Diabetes medications made easier, a suite of resources developed by our colleagues at Diabetes WA.

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What are these resources?

The Diabetes medications made easier resources provide clear, practical information on:

  • Tips for remembering your daily doses
  • Understanding common side effects and what they mean
  • Simple video explanations of different medication types
  • Resources available in multiple languages to support our diverse community

These videos and guides are designed to simplify the complexities of diabetes medication, helping you understand how they work and how to stay on track.

Important Information for Victorians

While these resources are excellent for general education, it is important that Victorians living with diabetes access clinical support through local Victorian pathways.

If you have specific questions about your own medication, or need personalised health advice, please use the following Victorian-based services.

  • Your General Practitioner (GP)

Your GP should always be your first point of contact for medical advice and changes to your medication routine.

  • Diabetes Victoria Help Centre

Our local team is here to help you navigate your diabetes journey in Victoria.
Phone: 1300 437 386 (1300 HERE TO HELP)
Email: mail@diabetesvic.org.au

  • Diabetes Care Plus Clinic

For specialised, one-on-one telehealth support from credentialed diabetes educators and dietitians based right here in Victoria.
Phone: 1300 153 123
Visit: Diabetes Care Plus Website

  • NDSS Helpline

For general inquiries and NDSS support.
Phone: 1800 637 700
Visit: NDSS Website

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