More Nigerians Losing Limbs to Diabetes - Experts

Statistics show that over 5.5% of Nigerians are living with diabetes and more are losing their limbs as a result of major complications from the disease, experts have said during the annual Podiatry and Diabetes Footcare Workshop in Lagos.

Community members get tested for sicknesses such as high blood pressure and diabetes (file photo).

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