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Diabetes

An Expert take on the concept of Precision Diabetes

The popular adage “One size doesn’t fit all” and the practical implications are well known.  For instance, can there be one shirt size which fits people of all sizes or one shoe which fits everyone?.Then, how can we give the same type of treatment to everyone with diabetes? Dr V. Mohan, Chairman & Chief Diabetologist, […]

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Diabetes Health Events

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

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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Diabetes

What Diabetics need to know about Dental care

Dental essentials you need to be careful about.

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Diabetes General

#WorldDiabetesDay: Is Stress Linked to Diabetes?

Stress is found to have a direct implication on diabetes.

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Diabetes Women's Wellness

All You Needed To Know About Diabetes And Pregnancy

All you needed to know about gestational diabetes.