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DMDSC launches “Let’s Defeat Diabetes” Campaign- exclusive initiative to fight Diabetes

An exclusive initiative to spread awareness and fight the deadly disease.

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Diabetes

Lifestyle modification in Prevention and Management of Diabetes

By Consultant Diabetologists Dr. V. Mohan , Dr. Ranjit Unnikrishnan  and Dr. R.M. Anjana The recent ICMR-INDIAB study which covered four states in India representing the North, South, East and Western regions of our country showed that India has 62 million people with diabetes and 77 million people with pre-diabetes in 2011.  This increased prevalence […]

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Diabetes Prof GS Corner

Surgical Management of Diabetic Foot

Prevention of ulceration in the foot is the most important aspect in the treatment of diabetics. Preventive foot care is often neglected and the patient develops serious foot ulcers and infections. The surgical management is of different varieties, says Prof G  Sivakumar. They are: Minor surgical procedures like drainage of puss from abscess cavities, removal […]

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Diabetes Prof GS Corner

How to choose the right footwear for diabetics? Find out

By Consultant Surgeon Prof. G. Sivakumar      Diabetic patients need to choose proper footwear. Footwear made of hard synthetic materials acts as ledges and traumatizes the foot. Good insoles and MCR (microcellular rubber) footwear are very useful to prevent foot ulcers. The patient must follow certain important steps in selecting and using footwear. They should […]

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Good Health,Naturally

Greens & Good health

On why you must add a generous dose of greens to your daily meals!

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Good Health,Naturally

Have your daily dose of Dates for good health everyday!

Here’s why dates are more healthier than you would think

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Good Health,Naturally

The Basics Of Healthy Eating- Are You Doing It Right?

The battle of the foods ends here!