Healthy Living NT

03/09/2026

31/08/2026

This week, , Bakewell is running a pop-up stand with information on diabetes management, including a Sick Day Kit display to show you what you need to have on hand when illness strikes.

Drop by to chat with the pharmacist:
📆31 August – 6 September
📍Blooms the Chemist, Bakewell

27/08/2026

Every five minutes, someone in Australia is diagnosed with diabetes.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Australia. 1 in 4 (26%) of all deaths.

Behind every diagnosis is a person navigating daily challenges – making choices about food, staying active, monitoring their health, and balancing the demands of work, family and everyday life.

With the right information, support and community connections, people can feel more confident in managing their health and reducing their risk of complications.

Your support helps provide education, resources and advocacy that empower people to live healthier lives and improve their long-term wellbeing.

If you'd like to make a difference, please consider donating or sharing this message.

24/08/2026

Did you know that MDT program is run through Healthy Living NT?
Have a chat with your doctor to see if you meet the criteria.

The MDT Program aims to improve access to healthcare for people living with chronic diabetes, heart disease and lung conditions in Darwin and Alice Springs by reducing out-of-pocket costs for allied health services and support programs.

23/08/2026

One of our Healthy Living NT members shares his story of living with Type 2 diabetes for more than 35 years and how the right guidance helped him discover that change is possible.

Read the full story in the comments below.

Become a Healthy Living NT member and help support more journeys.

20/08/2026

Healthy Living NT is at International Diabetes Federation Western Pacific Region and Australasian Diabetes Congress (IDF-WPR & ADC) 2026 in Melbourne, where Helen Lamech will present her research on workforce instability as a barrier to Type 1 diabetes care in remote settings.

The research explores the challenges of providing Type 1 diabetes care in remote and very remote Australia, highlighting the importance of improving continuity of care and strengthening support for remote communities.

We’re proud to have Helen representing Healthy Living NT and sharing this important work.

19/08/2026

Last week, Healthy Living NT joined Compass 2026, hosted by Northern Territory PHN, a leading conference for primary healthcare professionals.

The conference brought together health professionals from across the NT to connect, share knowledge and explore new approaches to primary healthcare, with a strong focus on improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

It was a great opportunity for our team to connect with others working across the health sector, exchange ideas and hear about the innovative and community-led work happening across the Territory.

We’re proud to be part of these conversations and to continue supporting healthier communities through health promotion, education and collaboration.

A big thank you to everyone who connected with us and contributed to such a valuable event.

17/08/2026

Cook Smart, Live Well – A Taste of Success in Darwin! 🍲

Proud to see our Bill Raby Diabetes Fellowship grant come to life through Nourish Nation Foundation Incorporated's Cook Smart, Live Well workshop — hands-on healthy cooking, practical nutrition tips and a nice space for Darwin's CALD communities to build food literacy and prevent diabetes.

Got an idea like this for your community? Grants of up to $5,000 are open now — details in the comments 👇

13/08/2026

Are you a young person in the NT living with diabetes?

The Bill Raby Diabetes Fellowship offers Youth Grants to help with things like attending diabetes camps, giving young people the chance to connect with others who get it, while learning to manage their condition with confidence.

Financial support may be available if you're eligible.
Learn more: https://www.healthylivingnt.org.au/about-usbill-raby-diabetes-fellowship/s-upport-youth

11/08/2026

More tips: https://www.healthylivingnt.org.au/membership