Month: June 2024
Treating diabetic lower extremity ulcers with vLPM and vCPM tissue allografts ‘improves mortality’, study finds
Using vLPM and vCPM allografts in the treatment of diabetic lower extremity ulcers is linked to improved outcomes when compared to using other cellular tissue products or standard of care, a study has...
Study of antibiotic prescribing trends in diabetic foot infections highlights need for ‘rational’ prescribing
A study which assessed antibiotic prescribing trends and microbial susceptibility patterns in diabetic foot infections (DFIs) has highlighted how understanding local microbial patterns is “crucial” fo...
Webinar: Introduction to thermography and its clinical application in foot health
Sponsored story A webinar taking place this month will introduce the innovative use of thermography in the management of foot health. The event, on Wednesday, June 26, from 6.30pm to 7.15pm, is being ...
Celebrating UK nursing heroes
The winners of the first Diabetes Nursing Awards 2024 were announced at a ceremony in London earlier this month. Hosted by Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE, the evening ceremony celebrated nursing heroes from acr...
EDFN Podcast: Tackling the ‘existential crisis’ facing podiatry
In the latest EDFN podcast, two experts discuss the efforts being made to sustain and grow the number of podiatrists as the profession faces an “existential crisis”. Joanne Casey, Professional Devel...
Questionnaire on referral of heel ulcers in people with diabetes
Podiatrists have been urged to complete a questionnaire to assess the variations in reporting and referral of heel ulcers when patients have diabetes. The referral process survey is being conducted by...
Renal failure associated with increased risk of diabetic foot ulcers, evidence finds
People living with renal failure are more at risk of developing diabetic foot ulcers, an expert has revealed today during the Trend Diabetes National Conference 2024. During her session, Professor Fra...
New guidance on improving foot care for people with dark skin
A handbook has been published by Diabetes Africa to provide essential information for healthcare professionals delivering foot care to people with diabetes who have dark skin tones. The guidance, Diab...
embecta announced as Insulin Safety Week sponsor
Global medical technology company embecta announced as Insulin Safety Week 2024 sponsor – supporting efforts to reduce errors within the profession. Created to raise awareness of insulin safety within...