If you are not diabetic, keep reading too, since these tips can help guide a diabetic friend or family member. Native Americans are hit hard by diabetes, and it really takes a whole community's support to help people fight this controllable disease. First, foot care is key for all diabetics.
Diabetics have to worry about their feet because diabetes hurts feet in three ways.
Finally, diabetes weakens a person's immune system, so it is harder for a diabetic to fight germs. I mean really check- everyday. Look between the toes, and on the heel. Look for sores, red areas, and blisters. If you see something, tell your doctor soon.