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Handbook: Diabetes footcare in dark skin tones
How do we address subtle variations in symptoms and disease progression in diabetes-related foot care for individuals with dark skin (…)
Diabetes and African and Caribbean foods
During the event, Shola will answer questions about traditional foods, dietary practices, and provide practical tips for managing diabetes while enjoying culturally rich cuisines. This webinar is a must-attend for healthcare professionals, individuals living with diabetes, and anyone interested in the intersection of cultural foods and diabetes management.
Featured experts
Olubiyi Adesina
Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun state, Nigeria
Dr Olubiyi Adesina is an endocrinologist, a former columnist at the Sunday Sun newspaper and the Chairman of the Diabetes Association of Nigeria (Ogun State Chapter).
Dr Bernadette Adeyileka-Tracz
Executive Director, Diabetes Africa, UK
Dr Bernadette Adeyileka-Tracz (MPharm, PhD, PGCert) is a registered pharmacist with a PhD in molecular biology and bioinformatics, and is an Executive MBA candidate. Bernadette 10 years of experience across multiple sectors and industries, including medical affairs management roles in the pharmaceutical industry. Bernadette is the Founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Diabetes Africa.
Dr Jenny Teke
Head of Research and Innovation, Medway NHS Foundation Trust, UK
Dr Jennifer Teke, is Head of Research and Innovation in Medway Foundation Trust with over twenty years career in health care nationally and internationally.
Dr Joan St John
GPwER Diabetes, Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust, UK
Dr Joan St John is a General Practitioner (GP) with special interest in diabetes, and is currently working as GP Clinical lead in Diabetes for an area of North-West London, UK. She also works as part of the multi-disciplinary award-winning Brent Integrated Diabetes Service. Summary
Simiso Ntuli
Head of Podiatry Department, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Simiso Ntuli heads the only Podiatry Department in Africa, at the University of Johannesburg, and practices podiatry part-time.
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