Type 2 diabetes risk calculator checkmarkStartWelcome to the diabetes risk calculatorType 2 diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia.To find out your risk of developing type 2 diabetes within the next five years, complete the following 11 short questions.What’s my risk?The Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Tool was developed by the Baker IDI Heart Diabetes Institute on behalf of the Australian, State and Territory Governments as part of the COAG initiative to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.© 2010 Commonwealth of Australia1checkmarkWhat is your age group?Under 35 years35 – 44 years45 – 54 years55 – 64 years65 years or overchevron-leftBack 1 of 11Nextchevron-right2checkmarkWhat is your gender?FemaleMalechevron-leftBack 2 of 11Nextchevron-right3checkmarkAre you Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander or Maori descent?YesNochevron-leftBack 3 of 11Nextchevron-right4checkmarkWhere were you born?AustraliaAsia (including the Indian sub continent)Middle EastNorth AfricaOtherchevron-leftBack 4 of 11Nextchevron-right5checkmarkHave either of your parents, or any of your brothers or sisters, been diagnosed with diabetes (type 1 or type 2)?YesNochevron-leftBack 5 of 11Nextchevron-right6checkmarkHave you ever been found to have high blood glucose (sugar) for example, in a health examination, during an illness, or during pregnancyYesNochevron-leftBack 6 of 11Nextchevron-right7checkmarkAre you currently taking medication for high blood pressure?YesNochevron-leftBack 7 of 11Nextchevron-right8checkmarkDo you currently smoke cigarettes or any other tobacco products on a daily basis?YesNochevron-leftBack 8 of 11Nextchevron-right9checkmarkHow often do you eat vegetables or fruitEvery dayNot every daychevron-leftBack 9 of 11Nextchevron-right10checkmarkOn average, would you say you do at least 2.5 hours of physical activity per week (for example, 30 minutes a day, on 5 or more days a week)?YesNochevron-leftBack 10 of 11Nextchevron-right11checkmarkYour waist measurement iscminchesMeasure your waist below the ribs (usually at the level of the navel, and while standing).chevron-leftBack 11 of 11Nextchevron-rightResultsYou scored pointsYour risk of developing type 2 diabetes within 5 years* is You have scored points, which means you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes within 5 years. It is important you continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle.Risk profileLowModerate0 – 5 Approximately one person in every 100 will develop diabetes.6 – 8 Approximately one person in every 50 will develop diabetes.You have scored points putting you at an increased risk of diabetes. Improving your lifestyle may help reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.Risk profileModerateHigh9 – 11 Approximately one person in every 30 will develop diabetes.12 – 15 Approximately one person in every 14 will develop diabetes.You have scored points putting you at risk of developing diabetes. See your doctor about having a fasting blood glucose test. Act now to prevent type 2 diabetes.Risk profileHighVery high16 – 19 Approximately one person in every 7 will develop diabetes.20+ Approximately one person in every 3 will develop diabetes.chevron-leftBackSee your responseschevron-rightDetailsYou scored pointsYour risk of developing type 2 diabetes within 5 years* is QuestionAnswerPoints1. Age2. Gender3. Ethnicity4. Region of birth5. Family history6. High blood glucose7. High blood pressure8. Daily tobacco smoker9. Healthy diet10. Physical activity11. Waist measurementQuestions 1 to 5:These are all genetic factors that contribute towards your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. You can’t change them so concentrate on the things below that you can change or maintain. Note, as your age increases, so does your risk.Questions 6 to 11:These factors also contribute towards your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and they are all within your control. This means you can take action now to reduce your risk by keeping your scores as low as possible in these areas. If you scored zero, keep up the good work.* The overall score may overestimate the risk of diabetes in those aged less than 25 yearschevron-leftBackFind out how to reduce your risk Learn more about preventing type 2 diabetes Maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active and following a healthy eating plan are some of the ways you can help reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Find out more about type 2 diabetes prevention. Type 2 diabetes prevention Living a healthy lifestyle can do a lot to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes or slow its progression. Learn more Risk factors Some type 2 diabetes risk factors can be managed or reduced (known as modifiable lifestyle factors), while other factors (such as age or family history) cannot be changed. Learn more Find a health program or service Health & wellbeing programs Diabetes Australia delivers a range of preventative health programs and services. Find a program in your state Find your healthcare team Use the service finder at healthdirect.gov.au to locate nearby doctors and health services. Find a health service
