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Take care of your health with nib's Symptom Checker

Feeling unwell? Members can analyse their symptoms confidentially with nib Symptom Checker exclusively available in the nib App. For the best experience, please use a mobile device and access nib Symptom Checker through the nib App.

nib Symptom Checker is intended for use only in Australia. Do not use it for urgent medical situations. If you experience a medical emergency, such as symptoms including chest pain, difficulty breathing or severe bleeding, call emergency services immediately by dialling 000 in Australia.

What is nib Symptom Checker?

nib Symptom Checker* is an AI-driven tool powered by Infermedica, free to members on the nib App.

To understand your symptoms fast, just answer a few questions in a quick virtual health assessment and get guidance on when to seek medical attention based on the seriousness of your symptoms. The tool is available in English and Simplified Chinese.

At the end of the assessment, you'll get one of these recommendations:

Rest up at home and continue to monitor your symptoms

Book a GP consultation within 24 hours

Visit the emergency department

Call for an ambulance

Rest up at home and continue to monitor your symptoms

Book a GP consultation within 24 hours

Visit the emergency department

Call for an ambulance

*nib Symptom Checker does not provide a medical diagnosis and should not replace the judgment of a registered healthcare practitioner. It offers information to assist you in decision making based on readily available information about symptoms. If you have questions or concerns about the results from nib Symptom Checker, please consult your registered healthcare practitioner. 

How can nib Symptom Checker help me?

Free, fast and confidential health recommendations based on your health information and symptoms.

Get assessment results instantly

Better understand your symptoms with access to free insights 24/7 when you're feeling unwell.

Connect with a healthcare provider

Book a telehealth appointment in the nib App.

Get insights into your health

nib Symptom Checker is developed in consultation with medical experts.

Save time

Skip the waiting rooms by using nib Symptom Checker while you are on the go or resting at home.

Get assessment results instantly

Better understand your symptoms with access to free insights 24/7 when you're feeling unwell.

Connect with a healthcare provider

Book a telehealth appointment in the nib App.

Get insights into your health

nib Symptom Checker is developed in consultation with medical experts.

Save time

Skip the waiting rooms by using nib Symptom Checker while you are on the go or resting at home.

Login to the nib App

Do not use nib Symptom Checker in an emergency

If you’re experiencing a health emergency, dial 000 for emergency services in Australia. 

Who can access nib Symptom Checker?

nib members, including Australian residents, GreenPass, Overseas Visitors, International Students and GU Health members can use nib Symptom Checker via the nib App.

While members can access nib Symptom Checker overseas, it is recommended for use in Australia only.

nib Symptom Checker is not intended for use by people under 18 years of age; however, parents can perform a symptom check on behalf of their child.

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Iphone displaying how the nib Symptom Checker app appears in English and Simplified Chinese
The tool is available in English and Simplified Chinese.

  1. Log in or download the nib App

  2. Select “Check your symptoms” from the home screen 

  3. Answer some simple questions about yourself and your health 

  4. Describe your symptoms 

  5. Receive recommendations for most appropriate treatment based on your symptoms  

  6. Book a telehealth appointment or search for a doctor near you 

Frequently asked questions

Personal information and privacy

nib Symptom Checker is powered by Infermedica

Infermedica is a leading digital health specialising in AI-powered solutions for symptom analysis and medical triage.

What data are you collecting?

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We value your data and privacy.

nib and Infermedica collect your de-identified data to accurately assess your medical condition and to provide the best recommendations for appropriate healthcare based on your health condition, risk factors and symptoms.

Read our Privacy Collection Notice.

Safety and certification

Infermedica’s database undergoes rigorous testing with thousands of clinical cases. They rely on reputable sources, ensuring accurate and reliable information. 

Infermedica’s Inference Engine is tested by evaluating thousands of clinical cases. Accuracy is confirmed when the condition ranks within the top positions. External evaluations further validate our platform. 

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