Research priority: Reduce financial burden Together, we can find ways to reduce the financial burden of diabetes We’re actively supporting research to develop ways to reduce diabetes treatment financial distress for individuals, families, and the health system, currently calculated at just over $9 billion, and continuing to grow. Progress towards our other three goals (cure, prevent, and eliminate complications) will contribute to reducing the financial burden of diabetes. “Our comprehensive analysis puts the current cost of diabetes to Australia’s health system in excess of $9 billion. This astounding figure represents the support and treatment of the millions of Australians whose lives are impacted by diabetes and its complications,” Justine Cain, Group CEO, . Featured research projects The impact of diabetes, nationally and on specific communities Testing the efficiency of diabetes programs and policies Find out more about our research Featured research projects The Research Impact Hub is funding and leading projects to support the first recommendation of the . The impact of diabetes, nationally and on specific communities Michael Stoneham Challenge To gain as complete a picture as possible of the economic impact of diabetes, measuring costs across the health system, workforce, and individuals. Bold idea Structure a study that will provide insights into the national impact of diabetes, while also demonstrating the specific effects on different communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Projected impact Better and more complete information to optimise policy and resource allocation, and contributing to reducing the financial burden of diabetes. Testing the efficiency of diabetes programs and policies Michael Stoneham Challenge To develop a Policy Evaluation model that will accurately test the effectiveness and cost efficiency of diabetes policies, programs and innovations. Bold idea By identifying the interventions which deliver the greatest return on investment, decision makers can be better guided towards strategies that have the most significant impact on reducing diabetes incidence and improving outcomes. Projected impact A reliable guide for identifying potential high-impact strategies is identified as most likely to help reduce the incidence of diabetes and improve outcomes. Learn more about research Our research impact Discover how your investment in Australian research is changing the landscape of diabetes management, treatment, and prevention globally. Learn more Research grants and funding opportunities We provide funding opportunities to advance scientific knowledge and its translation into evidence-based solutions. Learn more Our strategy and priorities Successful research outcomes rely on a unified approach from everyone who wants to see a world free of diabetes. Learn more
Our research impact Discover how your investment in Australian research is changing the landscape of diabetes management, treatment, and prevention globally. Learn more
Research grants and funding opportunities We provide funding opportunities to advance scientific knowledge and its translation into evidence-based solutions. Learn more
Our strategy and priorities Successful research outcomes rely on a unified approach from everyone who wants to see a world free of diabetes. Learn more