Diabetes-related complications can include damage to: the large blood vessels (also known as macrovascular or cardiovascular complications), leading to a heart attack, stroke or circulation problems in the lower limbs and feet the small blood vessels (also known as microvascular complications), which can lead to problems in the eyes, kidneys and with nerves such as in the feet or nerves affecting sexual function other parts of the body, including the skin, teeth, gut and gums. Complete all your annual cycle of care health checks. These checks are very important for assessing your health and your risks of diabetes-related complications. Blood pressure Find out more Cholesterol Find out more Diabetes health checks Find out more Eye health Find out more Foot health Find out more Heart disease Find out more Kidney and bladder health Find out more Teeth and gum health Find out more Support on your journey with diabetes Get your eyes checked Register for the eye check reminder program for people with diabetes. Go to Keepsight How healthy are your feet? Learn the early signs of foot problems and how to look after your feet. Do our foot health quiz to find out if you have very-low, low, moderate, or high-risk feet. Go to Foot Forward More information and support Find a health service or health professional near you Go to healthdirect to find a diabetes health service or diabetes health professional on their website. Go to Healthdirect Featured resources Diabetes-related complications fact sheet Looking after your diabetes is important for your long-term health. If your diabetes is well managed and you take care of your general health, you can reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications. Download now Your diabetes annual cycle of care fact sheet The diabetes annual cycle of care is a checklist for reviewing your diabetes management and general health each year. Download now Annual cycle of care podcast series Listen to our Annual cycle of care podcast series to learn more about what it is, why it’s important, and what you need to know about it. Available in other languages Listen now FootSmart This online program will give you the skills and knowledge to create a simple foot care routine that will help you avoid future foot problems. Find an online program
