Public consultation for products subsidised under the NDSS 14 June 2023 The Department of Health and Aged Care is currently conducting a public consultation process to gather feedback on the current range of products subsidised under the NDSS. The aim is to ensure that the products offered continue to meet the needs of people with diabetes. To assist in this process they are seeking feedback from people living with diabetes registered on the NDSS. There is an opportunity to provide feedback about the current range of products and what’s important in the future. For more information or to access the online survey go to: consultations.health.gov.au/technology-assessment-access-division/national-diabetes-services-scheme-ndss-products/. Written submissions can be sent to the following address: [email protected] and must be received by the time the survey closes on 2 July 2023.
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