Symptom checker
Our Symptom checker provides clinical advice on what to do next based on your symptoms.
Gestational diabetes
Learn about the causes, risk factors and potential complications of gestational diabetes, when during pregnancy it occurs, and how it can be managed.
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Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition where your blood sugar levels become too high. Find out about the types of diabetes and the treatment options.
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Blood glucose test
Blood glucose tests (blood sugar tests) are used to diagnose and monitor diabetes. Find out how to prepare for this test and what your results mean.
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How to talk to someone about diabetes
Almost 300 Australians are diagnosed with diabetes every day. But type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed, if you know the risk factors.
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Routine antenatal tests
During pregnancy, you'll be offered various blood tests and ultrasound scans. Find out what each test can tell you about you and your baby's health.
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Pre-diabetes
Having pre-diabetes does not mean you will necessarily develop type 2 diabetes, but you will have a higher risk than if you had normal glucose levels.
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Heart attack symptoms: males vs females
Find out about the differences in heart attack symptoms between males and females, and about what can increase your risk of having a heart attack.
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Obesity at conception linked to pregnancy complications
Women should lose weight before getting pregnant if they're obese or overweight, experts say, as excess weight at conception is linked to pregnancy complications.
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Devices to self-monitor your blood sugar
Information about devices for diabetes testing and monitoring, blood sugar and ketone testing equipment can be found on this page.
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What is a congenital disorder?
Congenital disorder, also known as congenital disease or birth defects, are conditions present from birth. Find out more about congenital disorders.
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