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Diabetes and metabolic health

Small changes in things like blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol can have a big impact on your future health.

Understanding your metabolic health can help you stay well, reduce your risk of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, or manage diabetes with confidence.

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Learn more about diabetes, metabolic health and other conditions

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Bupa member benefits

Bupa can help you understand your risk of developing diabetes, get a diagnosis and live well while managing diabetes. Eligible Bupa members can access programs and services, claim for medication, health aids and appliances, and access support1. Not a Bupa member? Get a quote

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Visit a Bupa Medical Centre

There are a few simple tests your GP can run to screen for diabetes.

They can also help you manage your diabetes if you already have a diagnosis.

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Get an eye test with Bupa Optical

Your health and the health of your eyes are often connected. An in-person eye test with one of our experienced optometrists can help in the early detection of eye conditions and look for signs of medical conditions like diabetes.

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Bupa Health Coaching

Chat with a qualified nurse or dietitian about a health condition (e.g. diabetes, pre-diabetes, obesity) or general health concerns. Health Coaching offers up to six phone calls over six months.2

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Mindplace – support for a stronger mind

Mindplace brings together experienced psychologists who provide grounded and supportive care. Explore your options and book a session with someone who feels like the right fit.

1 Waiting periods, benefit claiming restrictions, yearly limits, fund and policy rules apply.

2 Bupa Telehealth Health Coaching is available to eligible Bupa Health Insurance customers who hold a Bupa domestic hospital cover. Waiting periods, fund, policy and program eligibility rules apply. Members must be aged 18 years or over. Excludes Overseas Visitors Cover (OVC) and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).