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Welcome to the Diabetes Information & Advice Service (DIAS).

DIAS is an e-learning site for National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) Sub-Agents containing a series of Learning Modules and Tests for Pharmacists and Pharmacy staff.

Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Points Available...

On this site you will find detailed information and resources covering:

  1. Diabetes products (blood glucose monitoring and insulin delivery)
  2. Healthy eating (Glycemic Index, Australian Dietary Guidelines)
  3. Lifestyle (physical activity, smoking, hypoglycaemia)
  4. Travel
  5. Footcare
  6. Diabetes-related complications

Read more about the Learning Modules and Tests.

Medical Alerts

10th July 2011 Eli Lilly Australia - ACTOS® (pioglitazone hydrochloride) important new information regarding its use and the potential risk of bladder cancer. A copy of the updated Consumer Medicines Information (CMI) can be obtained from the Lilly website: www.lilly.com.au/products

05th January 2011 Abbott Test Strips.
22nd December 2010 OmniPod has been delisted from the NDSS at the request of Closing the Loop.

22nd December 2010 Eli Lilly Australia - Byetta.
8th December 2010 Eli Lilly Australia - BD Microfine 8mm Pen Needles.

Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Accredited Program

This program is a Group 2 activity accredited by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia for 12 CPD points.

Get Started

If you already have your own DIAS username and password, please Login.

Otherwise, Register with your Pharmacy's NDSS Sub-Agent code and create your own DIAS account.

More About DIAS

DIAS was developed and is maintained by Australian Diabetes Council.

Further information about DIAS is available as well as basic help with using the Site. You can also Contact Us with any questions, feedback or comments.
 
 
It is generally recommended that all people with diabetes have a consultation with a Dietitian for individualised advice.
   
  The general diet recommended for people with diabetes is the same as that recommended for all Australians.
   
  Target blood glucose levels for all people with diabetes should be individualised in nature.
   
  When the sensation of pain is lost due to peripheral neuropathy, people are at greater risk of foot injuries and ulcers, and ultimately subsequent amputation.
   
  The guidelines for physical activity for all Australians, including those with diabetes, are to accumulate at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity every day.
   
 


 
 

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