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Essential Foot Care Tips For People With Diabetes


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Good foot care is essential for everyone. It is especially important, however, if you have lost feeling in your feet as a result of diabetes. If you experience numbness or a loss of sensation, you should talk to your doctor to learn more about the underlying cause. They may refer you to a podiatrist for help.

If you want to start taking better care of your feet, the tips below should help. By putting these suggestions into action, you can keep your feet healthy and strong for many years to come.

Visit The Doctor Annually

At least once a year, you should have your feet examined by a doctor to make sure that there are no problems that need to be addressed. If you notice an issue with your feet before it is time for your annual checkup, however, you should make an appointment to have the problem looked at right away. It is better to deal with potential problems immediately rather than letting them go.

Find Out About Any Risks

Talk to your doctor about whether or not you need to take special steps to protect your feet. Most diabetics fall into a high-risk category for developing foot problems. Along with providing you with information on how to prevent common problems, they should also give you the name of a podiatrist who can help you deal with any current issues that you may be having. Find out what signs and symptoms you should watch for so that you can notice and deal with any problems right away.

Examine Your Feet On A Daily Basis

If you have diabetes, it is important to examine your feet on a daily basis. Checking your feet is the best way to spot problems before they get out of hand.

Try checking your feet at the same time each day so that it becomes a habit. For instance, in the morning before you put your socks on, closely examine your feet, keeping your eyes open for any changes. If you notice a problem, schedule an appointment with your doctor right away.

If it is hard for you to see the soles of your feet, lay a mirror on the ground and use that to examine them. If your eyesight isn't good enough to see any problems in the mirror, you can also ask a family member or friend to help you examine your feet. If none of these solutions work, you may need to talk to your doctor to come up with a plan for how you can check your feet for problems on your own.

Use Extra Caution If You Have A Loss Of Sensation

If you have lost feeling in your feet, it is especially important to examine them closely for problems. You should also keep them covered as much as possible. Walking around barefoot is a surefire recipe for disaster when you can't feel the ground underfoot.

Sometimes, it can be hard to tell whether or not you have actually lost sensation in your feet. Again, this is where a doctor can help. Having your feet professionally evaluated can help you identify areas where you may no longer have feeling in your feet.

Use Care When Trimming Your Toenails

Trimming your toenails may not seem like a big deal. However, if you have a health condition like diabetes that affects your feet, a small injury can lead to a major problem.

As a general rule of thumb, you should keep your toenails neatly trimmed. However, try to avoid cutting them too short and don't cut into the side of the nail. Use nail clippers to trim them. Then, file any rough edges away with an emery board. Instead of scraping underneath them to remove any dirt, use the bristles of a brush.

Washing your feet can help remove any dirt from your feet and toenails, helping to minimize the risk of infection. Warm, soapy water is all you need. Just make sure to test the water before submersing your feet. Otherwise, you may not be able to tell whether or not it is too hot. Avoid soaking your feet in the water so that they don't become waterlogged.

Again, if you don't have feeling in your feet or if you are concerned about how to properly care for your toenails, it is worth making an appointment with a podiatrist. They can help advise you on how to take better care of your feet.

Avoid Using Corn Plasters Or Blades On Your Skin

Never use products that could damage the skin on your feet such as blades or corn plasters. Any type of damage could lead to infection. If you have hard skin, you may be able to use a pumice stone to remove it. However, you still need to use extreme caution. Typically, the best bet is to talk to a podiatrist if you have thick, rough skin on your feet or other types of foot problems.

Applying an emollient cream is a great way to keep your feet healthy and moisturized. It is important to apply it in the right way, however. Avoid getting any cream in between your toes. The same holds true for foot powder. If you get excess powder between your toes, it could make your skin too dry.

Wear Shoes And Socks That Fit Properly

Shoes and socks can be problematic if they are too loose or too tight.

When shopping for shoes and socks, make sure that you get a good fit. Ill-fitting shoes that rub on your feet or that are too tight can lead to foot injuries, as can holey socks or socks that have thick, stiff seams.

When looking for shoes, there are a few important features that you should look for. First, you should make sure the shoes are wide enough for your feet. The toe area of the shoe should be rounded, ensuring that your toes have room to move without being squished together. Avoid high heels in favor of flats. Shoes that buckle or lace are ideal since they can be adjusted to fit perfectly on your feet. A lot of people enjoy Instride shoes and find them comfortable.

Again, this is another area where a podiatrist can help. They can evaluate your feet and make shoe recommendations based on the size and shape of your feet as well as your lifestyle.

Keep Your Diabetes Under Control

Keeping your blood sugar in check can help minimize the risk of foot problems developing or worsening.

Of course, sometimes it isn't easy to get control over your blood sugar. There are a lot of factors that need to be considered including your diet, your activity level, and your medication. Stress can also interfere with your treatment routine.

If you are having trouble keeping your blood sugar values in the proper range, it is worth meeting with a specialist to discuss your treatment plan. They can help you evaluate areas where you may be able to make changes to get better control over your numbers.

You may also want to consider seeking support from other people who suffer from diabetes. There are a lot of groups out there that you can join where you can get advice, support, and guidance.

Try To Quit Smoking

The fact that smoking is bad for your health is something that everyone knows. For diabetics, however, the risk is even higher.

Smoking interferes with proper circulation, keeping your blood from flowing the way that it should through your entire body. This includes your feet. If you smoke and have diabetes, your risk of having to have a foot amputated dramatically increases.

FDCP, DILG and PCW Partner for Women’s Film Fest


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In line with the celebration of the National Women’s Month and in honor of Filipino women and their contributions in shaping families and societies, Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), together with Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) are launching the CineMarya – a festival of short films centering on women.

“The festival aims to tell stories of Filipino women, more than their beauty, but their strength and passion, rising above prejudice and struggles in society,” said FDCP Chairperson Liza Dino during the launch of the Festival last March 23 at the FDCP Cinematheque Center Manila. The launch was also attended by DILG Asec. Marjorie Jalosjos and Chief of Corporate Affairs and Information Resource Management Division of the Philippine Commission on Women Ms. Honey M. Castro.

For its first year, CineMarya will grant a seed money of One Hundred Thousand Pesos (P 100,000.00) to interested participants aged 18 to 30 years old to produce a 10 to 20-minute short films tackling women empowerment, different roles of women in the society, and awareness about diverse social issues on women and equality and others. The festival is open to filmmakers who have not yet made a feature film/documentary.

As part of the Festival as well, FDCP will conduct an educational component for the ten (10) finalists of CineMarya by providing two (2) slots (preferably the director and another representative) to the FDCP Filmmaking Workshop Series – Planting Seeds and Film Industry Conference during Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2018.

The finalists will also have the privilege to undergo the CineMarya film camp - a 2-day intensive filmmaking workshop in a secluded area in Rizal featuring multiple filmmakers, PCW representatives, and others. Each production team’s director shall serve as a fellow for this intensive program that would help develop their skills in story development, editing, and other elements of filmmaking to better advocate women empowerment. 

Applicants may submit their entries to FDCP from April 1, 2018 to June 30, 2018.

A Complete Guide to Earning Money While Travelling


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Sick of working your typical 9-5 job, stuck in the same office with the same view and the same people and stuck feeling like you’re in need of a holiday? Why not combine the two by travelling and working at the same time?

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past two or three years and haven’t got an Instagram account, you’ll be well aware of the fact that people are making a living while travelling around the world and living their dreams.

Does this sound like something you want to do? Got somewhere in mind you would love to go first? Had a dream road trip played in your mind for some time? Don’t worry; there’s no time like the present.

Today, we’re going to get you started on your travelling/working dream by exploring everything you need to know about getting started.

Practice and Perform
If you’ve got a knack for a certain activity, whether it’s a living statue, playing an instrument, performing a circus-like skill or anything in between, there’s no reason why you can’t take this skill on the road in the form of street performing and busking.
You’ll need to make sure that you’ve perfecting your skill and can stand out from the rest in order to be successful, but you can earn a lot of money doing this. However, as you can imagine, some days can be really good whereas others won’t be, so it’s quite hit or miss.

Join a Travelling Show
Hand in hand with the consideration above, signing up and becoming employed with a travelling show is a great way to earn money and travel. In most cases, you’ll also be able to eat, drink and sleep without having to pay.

While a circus instantly springs to mind, there is a tonne of shows, including dance and theatre shows, comedy shows and even bands who will tour and will employ somebody, or a group, to come with them and help them set up and ensure jobs are completed.

You’ll need to fill in or write an application form to ensure that you can secure your place in these shows. If you’re stuck for ideas, try using writing guides like State of Writing or Via Writing to help.

Consider Seasonal Work
This is the ideal job opportunity for somebody who wants to travel and continue working indefinitely, or fancies working a season away and then returning home. This solely depends on the location that you’re visiting but could include jobs like working in a ski resort, picking fruit and veg at farms or working in summer camps.

When you’re applying for these jobs, you’ll need to apply before you leave which will mean submitting a resume. Don’t forget to check your resume’s grammar using tools like Grammarix.

Using Online Tools
One of the best, and easiest, ways to start money online is to build up an arsenal of tools that you can use when you need to make money. These tools can be used as your primary source of income, or as backups when your own projects aren’t working or go quiet, and you need some money.

Upwork
A source of all kinds of jobs for all industries and professionals, connecting you with customers from anywhere.

UK Writings
A website where you can source tutoring jobs to teach students from around the world.

EBAY
A place to sell crafts or items you have to anybody in the world, regardless of their destination.

Ox Essays
A source of blog writing jobs writing for websites in all industries and niches.

Paper Fellows
A database of jobs where you can find freelance writing jobs.

Resumention
A writing service where you can find resume writing tasks for customers across the globe.

Working in Hospitality
Everywhere you travel to; you’re sure to be able to find a tonne of hospitality jobs that you could work in for several months before moving to the next place. Think about businesses such as hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes, hostels and so many more.

While some jobs may be happy to have you walk in, others will need you to apply so make sure you’re doing your research. You’ll also need to look into work visas, depending on the country that you’re visiting.

Become an Au Pair
This is perhaps one of the most popular travelling jobs, but you are restricted somewhat depending on how old you are. This job is mainly for younger adults who can move into a house for a family and take care of the house, typically looking after children at the same time.

Conclusion
As you can see, there are so many ways to get started when it comes to making money while travelling the world. No one is saying that it’s going to be an easy journey, but with the right amount of elbow grease, anything is possible.


Contributed by Brenda Berg, a professional with over 15 years of experience in business management, marketing and entrepreneurship. Consultant and tutor for college students and entrepreneurs at Big Assignments. She is self-motivated results-driven individual who is encouraged to travel and share gained experience. You can visit her personal blog at Letsgoandlearn.com
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