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How Does Diabetes Affect Your Eyes

ByHIF Australia

18 July 2019

At some point following diagnosis, many people with diabetes experience changes to their vision. Diabetes (type 1 and 2) can affect the blood supply to the eyes, which may contribute to the development of cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.

Category:Optical Health, Healthy Lifestyle, General Medical, Eye Health, Conditions and Treatments

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The Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

ByDr. Nikki Stamp

Diabetes is one of the biggest health issues facing the world. In Australia, according to Diabetes Australia, 280 people are diagnosed with diabetes every day.

Category:General Medical, Healthy Lifestyle

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The Run Down on Croup

ByDr. Nikki Stamp

18 June 2019

Winter is just around the corner which means it’s about that time we all start coming down with all kinds of coughs and sniffles. Dr. Nikki gives us the run down on croup, which tends to affect kids.

Category:General Medical, Healthy Lifestyle

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What If ... we covered the cost of your flu vaccination?.

At HIF, we value choice and access, which is why we are covering the cost of an annual flu vaccination up to the value of $20 (1 per person, per calendar year) on selected Extras policies, which include Pharmacy.

Members can get a flu vaccination at any registered pharmacy in Australia. The service is not available through your GP.

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