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Agenda announced for EDFN National Conference 2026
The agenda has been announced ahead of the upcoming EDFN National Conference on Friday, May 8. Limb loss, complex cases, palliative care and the impact of Martha’s Law are just some of the topic...
Diabetic foot ulcer incidence is strongest risk factor for lower-extremity amputation among veterans, study finds
A study of male veterans with diabetes has found that incidence of diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is the most powerful independent risk factor for lower‐extremity amputation, representing roughly a tenfold...
Save the date: Register now for the EDFN National Conference 2026
The emotional burden of amputation, the impact of Martha’s Law and palliative care are just some of the topics of the next EDFN National Conference. Register now to hear from expert speakers at the fr...
Scoping review to examine the burden of diabetic foot ulcers among South Asians in Western countries
A scoping review is set to be the first to comprehensively map evidence on the incidence, burden, and outcomes of diabetes-related foot ulcers (DFUs) in South Asians in Western contexts. In England, a...
Webinar in celebration of 200th anniversary of Charcot’s birth
An upcoming webinar will explore the legacy of J.M. Charcot’s anatomo-clinical method, to mark 200 years since his birth. The free event, entitled The anatomo-clinical method: Charcot legacy in ...
Webinar: Breaking down barriers to supply of medicines by podiatrists
Podiatrists are encouraged to complete a survey about supply of medicines to their patients ahead of the next EDFN webinar which will focus on this issue. The free, online webinar, which is aimed at a...
Poll: Hospital-based diabetic foot service
Healthcare professionals have been urged to take part in a short poll on hospital-based diabetic foot services. Complete the form here: https://forms.office.com/e/aXmAbabxqH All responses are anonymou...
Thermal imaging provides a ‘visual language’ between clinicians and patients with Charcot neuro-osteoarthropathy
Using thermal imaging in the treatment of diabetes-related Charcot neuro-osteoarthropathy (CNO) can improve patient engagement along with being a valuable clinical tool, a case study has found. The co...
New careers campaign launched by the Royal College of Podiatry
A campaign has been launched to reshape public perception of podiatry and attract the next generation of people to the profession. The Royal College of Podiatry’s new careers campaign and brand, Inspi...