Month: November 2022

Telemedicine is ‘non-inferior’ to standard of care in reducing healing time in foot ulcer in diabetes

Meta-analysis has revealed similar outcomes in reducing foot ulcer healing times when telemedicine is used, compared to standard care. Six studies were included in the meta-analysis, involving 1,876 p...

Study explores main factors affecting surgical level in major amputations

The data of people with foot conditions in diabetes who had major amputations has been analysed in a new study to determine the relevant factors which affected the surgical level of amputation. The re...

Social isolation linked to ulcer severity in those with diabetic foot, study highlights

Shining the spotlight on social isolation could help improve outcomes for people with diabetes with foot ulcer, new research has recommended. A study of 160 people found that people with less social i...

Training opportunities and resources under the spotlight in latest EDFN podcast

The new Head of Education and Professional Development at the Royal College of Podiatry has discussed his role in the latest episode of the EDFN’s Talking Feet podcast series. Ben Bullen, who is Honor...

Leading diabetes conference gives ‘vital boost’ to care

A record-breaking number of healthcare professionals attended Diabetes Professional Care to learn about the latest best practice to boost frontline NHS services. Diabetes Professional Care, the UK’s l...

Invitation to participate in research of women with diabetes

Healthcare professionals who care for women with diabetes have been invited to participate in an academic research study about asking women with diabetes about sexual problems. You are invited to part...

Latest diabetes technology showcased at national conference

Innovative technology that is improving the lives of people with diabetes will take centre stage at this year’s Diabetes Professional Care conference. The conference, which is taking place at Olympia ...

Landmark changes to diabetes care up for debate

Thousands of UK healthcare professionals will soon be shown how to embrace a landmark shift in the country’s guidelines on supporting people living with diabetes. More than 4.9 million people in the U...

Thousands set to attend leading diabetes conference

More than 5,000 healthcare professionals are expected at a national conference known as the “must-attend event” for everyone involved in the treatment and management of diabetes. Diabetes Professional...

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