Q&A

What Ndss covers?

What Ndss covers?

The NDSS provides subsidised diabetes-related products including: syringes and needles. blood glucose test strips. urine test strips.

What is a NDSS Access point?

Many community pharmacies are now access points for the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) which aims to enhance the capacity of people with diabetes to understand and self-manage their life.

How do I access NDSS?

To access products through the scheme you must first register with the NDSS. To find a community pharmacy in your area: use Find a service. or call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700.

What does Ndss stand for?

The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) is an initiative of the Australian Government that commenced in 1987 and is administered by Diabetes Australia.

Are lancets covered by NDSS?

Please note that the NDSS does not cover insulin, lancets and other products that you may be need to manage your diabetes.

How do I order Ndss products?

In all states and territories, you can get NDSS subsidised products from an NDSS Access Point (usually a community pharmacy). To find a community pharmacy in your area: use Find a service. or call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700.

Do you need a prescription to purchase lancets?

You don’t need a prescription to purchase glucometers, test strips or lancets; you can buy them over the counter. But because the long-term costs of these supplies can be high, many insurance plans cover the meters and test strips.

Can I control diabetes without medication?

Although there’s no cure for type 2 diabetes, studies show it’s possible for some people to reverse it. Through diet changes and weight loss, you may be able to reach and hold normal blood sugar levels without medication.

Where are all the pharmacies in Mexico City?

If you are on vacation in Mexico and on your visit to Mexico City you have a health problem and need to know where is the pharmacy, here we show all the pharmacies in this city. Stop looking for more online pharmacies in Iztapalapa.

Do you need a prescription to use the NDSS?

You do not need a prescription from your doctor to access products through the NDSS. In all states and territories, you can get NDSS subsidised products from an NDSS Access Point (usually a community pharmacy). To find a community pharmacy in your area:

Can you buy prescription drugs in Mexico without a prescription?

Some drugs that require a prescription in the United States can be purchased without one in Mexico, but prescription drugs must be kept in their original packaging and contain proper identifying information of the drug and the prescribing pharmacist, if there is one.

Where can I get NDSS subsidised products in my area?

In all states and territories, you can get NDSS subsidised products from an NDSS Access Point (usually a community pharmacy). To find a community pharmacy in your area: or call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700. What do I need to know when accessing products?