HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR FEET? - 08 Nov 2024

HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR FEET??

!! ATTENTION ALL diabetics and pre-diabetics over the age of 18 !!

Simon Pendleton, Head of Podiatry Services at Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital, Herne Bay is visiting Age Concern Sandwich on Thursday 21st November at 10am to join the Diabetes Peer to Peer support group, to chat about feet!

Simon will be chatting about what care to expect, recognising issues, why diabetes has an impact on feet and what to do if you have any concerns, and will be doing his best to answer any questions you may have.

So, if you have any specific requests, please forward them in advance via email to: office@ageconcernsandwich

When:  Thursday 21st November

Where:  Age Concern Sandwich Well-being Centre

Time:  Arrive for 9.30am

Did you know that ALL people with diabetes should have their feet checked at lest once a year by a doctor or podiatrist?

This is important to detect problems early and to prevent ulcers and other complications.

Podiatrists play a key role in detecting and treating foot problems in people with diabetes. These include neuropathy (nerve damage), arthropathy (joint damage), and vasculopathy (blood vessel damage). Complications can be avoided or delayed with yearly comprehensive foot exams and treatment.

Come along on the 21st November to learn more about diabetes and how important it is to look after your feet.

For more information please call 01304 614237