November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Host Chris Postin talks with Tina Canada, RN, diabetes educator at OSF Holy Family Wound Center, about:
– 38.4 million Americans with diabetes — 60% develop neuropathy and lose feeling in their feet
– How a hidden ulcer under a callus can lead to amputation without warning
– Daily foot checks, safe nail trimming, and shoes that actually protect
– GLP-1 medications: blood sugar control + real weight loss
OSF Holy Family Wound Center (Monmouth):
– Heals most diabetic foot ulcers in ~28 days
– “Gold standard” Total Contact Cast + Master Caster certified team
– 2x Clinical Excellence Award winner
FREE EVENT THIS FRIDAY:
“Save Your Soles” Lunch & Learn
📅 Nov 7 | ⏰ Noon–1 p.m.
📍 OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Conference room 1A, Galesburg
🍽️ Complimentary diabetes-friendly meal will be provided | Open to all
📞 RSVP: (309) 734-1408
Listen now — your feet will thank you.
