Diabetes…You Don’t Choose It, It Chooses You
Tom Hanks, star of the movie “Captain Philips,” is one of the chosen ones. He announced that he was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes (also known as Adult Onset Diabetes). Fortunately, by making a few changes to his lifestyle, he can minimize the risks and go on to star...Diabetes: Taking Steps To Prevent An Amputation
Having to amputate a toe, part of the foot, or the leg is incredibly unfortunate. What may feel even worse is informing the patient that the amputation is necessary. Most amputations are a result of a diabetic condition. Many of them could have been avoided by earlier...Have a Spooktacular Halloween!
Halloween originates from ancient Celtic Harvest Festivals. Today Halloween has been modernized as a day for children to dress up in costumes and trick-or-treat. Typically while trick-or-treating, children receive bags full of candy. Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips for...Living with Amputations
Lower extremity amputations can result from many unfortunate circumstances. One common cause of lower extremity amputations is Diabetes. Diabetes can damage the nerves and blood vessels in your legs and feet. It also makes you prone to infections. These infections can...When a blister is more than a blister
After my wedding this past weekend, my mother, who has Diabetes, came to me very concerned about a blister on her foot. The blisters were from the shoes she wore to the wedding and she said she didn’t even feel them coming. She did not feel the blisters because...Join The Community Forum
