Hospital-Based Community Health Education on Foot Care Patients with Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

According to WHO, diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by elevated blood glucose (or blood sugar) levels, which over time causes serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves. Diabetic foot is one of the many complications of diabetes mellitus. We often see sufferers complaining that their feet feel sore, numb, cold, their feet look pale and wounds are difficult to heal. It is not uncommon for patients to have infected feet. This condition can be avoided with proper foot care. This service was held at RSUD H Abdul Manap on November 30 2023. The aim is for the target to be able to understand foot care for diabetes sufferers, and be able to apply it to everyday life. Foot care behavior is an action taken to maintain the cleanliness of the feet of diabetes mellitus patients and prevent early injury to the feet which can result in the risk of infection which, if not handled properly, could result in amputation. The total number of participants was 30 people. All service program activities run smoothly and are carried out well, and the location is suitable, and participants actively participate in these activities.According to the World Health Organization (WHO), diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by elevated blood glucose levels, which over time can cause serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys, and nerves. Diabetic foot is a common complication among people with diabetes, often manifested through pain, numbness, cold sensation, pallor, and wounds that are slow to heal—sometimes even becoming infected. This community health service activity took place at RSUD H. Abdul Manap on November 30, 2023, with the aim of increasing awareness and understanding of proper foot care among diabetic patients, enabling them to apply these practices in daily life. Proper foot care behavior involves maintaining hygiene and preventing early signs of injury, which if left untreated, may result in infection and even amputation. Thirty participants attended this program, which included educational sessions and interactive discussions. The event was successfully executed with strong engagement from the participants.