Advice for New Registrants

If you have recently registered with the NDSS, there is some important information and advice you should know.

Diabetes SA Membership vs NDSS Registration

There is a difference between Diabetes SA membership and registering with the NDSS.

Diabetes SA is a non-for-profit, member-based organisation that relies on its membership base and the community to support its vital work of helping all people living with diabetes through diabetes awareness, education and research.

Membership to Diabetes SA provides access to many valued services and benefits and is available only to people who pay an annual subscription fee to Diabetes SA.

To become a member of Diabetes SA click here.

Example of NDSS Registration Card	Example of Diabetes SA Membership Card

Diabetes SA membership benefits include:

FREE access or discounts to over 30 different Education Programs delivered by our Credentialled Diabetes Educators, Dietitian and Consulting Specialists, such as:

• 6 week ‘Moving Towards Wellness’ Course
• Supermarket Tours
• Living Well with Diabetes Course
• Podiatry Assessment Clinics
• Diet and Diabetes
• Cooking Classes
• Motivating me to Stay On Track
• Weight Management Courses
• 1:1 Appointments with a Diabetes Educator

20% off all products from the Diabetes SA store. Purchases can be made in person at our Hilton location, online, by telephone, mail, fax or email.
FREE access to Special Seminars and Events.
FREE Quarterly Living magazine keeping you up to date with the latest information, events
and campaigns delivered to your door.
FREE Quarterly Issues magazine offering national perspectives on the latest news around diabetes.
FREE use of the Diabetes SA library with over 1200 books, videos, DVDs and CDs which specifically relate to diabetes.
Discounted Exercise Classes such as Tai Chi, Pilates and Get Going Stay Active.
FREE assistance with operating and maintaining your blood glucose meter.
FREE access to support services such as support groups and advocacy services.
FREE disposal of medical waste containers.
eNewsletter making sure you are the first to know of upcoming specials and events.

To become a member of Diabetes SA click here.

When to Carry the NDSS Card

Carry the NDSS card with you at all times as it is officially recognised by the Australian Government. In addition, you will need to carry the card if you take supplies on domestic flights and international flights departing from Australia.

NDSS Registration Card & Air Travel

The NDSS registration card is accepted as primary proof that a person with insulin treated diabetes needs to carry with them their diabetes equipment on flights, such as:

• insulin pen
• pump
• syringes
• needles
• glucagon kit.

Supplementary photographic proof of identity, such as a driver’s license, and a letter from your Doctor may also be requested.

If you are travelling internationally check with the consulate of the country you are travelling to for any specific security requirements prior to departure.