November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the causes, risks, and management of diabetes. As the leading cause of peripheral neuropathy, diabetes can have serious implications for nerve health. This month, we’re focusing on education and prevention strategies to help you reduce your risk or manage diabetes more effectively. […]
Diabetes is the main cause of peripheral neuropathy. We’re supporting diabetes awareness month by promoting diabetes education. By learning about what can increase your risk of getting diabetes and the signs that show you might have it, you can take steps to prevent it or manage it better. Diabetes facts One in 10 people worldwide […]
FPN staff recently celebrated another terrific meeting in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, hosted by the Peripheral Nerve Society from June 22-25. Many research conversations took place, specifically concerning our biobank’s newest discoveries and an update on progress made towards the iMAGiNE Study research project that we fund. We look forward to sharing more details about new research underway in our upcoming […]
Does diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain (DPNP) disrupt your daily life and keep you awake at night despite your current treatment? You are not alone. The NEPTUNE-17 clinical trial, hosted by the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy Research Impact’s partner, GSK, offers a potential new option for managing DPNP symptoms. You may be eligible to participate in the trial if you: You will also need […]
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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, a time when communities across the USA seek to bring attention to diabetes – the leading cause of peripheral neuropathy. This year’s focus from the National Institutes of Health is on taking action to prevent diabetes health problems. Check out some resources here and take control of your health. […]
As we near the mid-year point, we continue to push through to advance our mission. A special thank you to everyone who helped make Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week a success! Please review our summary report of our awareness campaign and continue to help us share important information about this condition and our organization’s work. […]