Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya launched the English edition of “Diabetic Foot: Some Untold Facts” in Guwahati, marking an important step in spreading awareness about diabetic foot care and preventing avoidable amputations.
The book has been authored by noted surgeon Dr Sudhir Kumar Jain and released at Lok Bhavan in Guwahati. The publication is part of a multilingual awareness initiative aimed at taking diabetic foot care information to readers across different linguistic communities.
The English edition of Dr Sudhir Kumar Jain’s book on diabetic foot care was launched in Guwahati by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya. The book aims to educate patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals about diabetic foot complications, early warning signs, timely treatment and prevention of avoidable amputations.
Speaking at the launch, Governor Acharya highlighted the growing prevalence of diabetes and the need to spread awareness about its complications. He said timely diagnosis, proper treatment and awareness can help save both lives and limbs.
The Governor also said the book would serve as a useful guide for patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals by providing easy-to-understand information on diabetic foot care. He praised Dr Jain’s effort and said the publication would help address misconceptions related to diabetic foot infections.
For Guwahati, the launch is significant because the city serves as a major healthcare centre for Assam and the wider Northeast. Patients from across the region travel to Guwahati for diabetes care, wound management, surgery and specialist consultation.
Diabetic foot complications can become serious when early symptoms are ignored. Delayed diagnosis, infection, poor wound care and lack of awareness can increase the risk of severe complications, including avoidable amputations.
Dr Jain said prevention is better than cure and stressed the importance of awareness and early medical attention in dealing with diabetic foot conditions. He also said the book has been published in Assamese, Hindi and English so that people from different linguistic backgrounds can access the information.
The multilingual approach is especially relevant for Guwahati, where patients and caregivers from different parts of Assam and the Northeast speak multiple languages. Health awareness material in familiar languages can make medical information easier to understand and act upon.
Dr Jain has been associated with diabetic foot awareness efforts in Guwahati for several years. Earlier reports note that he was involved in initiatives such as “Charan Sparsh” and Diabetic Foot Day awareness activities in the city, focusing on foot-care education and prevention of diabetic foot ulcers and sepsis.
The launch also places attention on preventive healthcare. For diabetic patients, regular foot examination, proper footwear, timely wound care and early consultation can reduce the risk of complications.
The next step will be wider public access to the book and continued awareness activity through doctors, hospitals, caregivers and community health platforms. For Guwahati residents, the message is clear: diabetic foot complications are often preventable when warning signs are recognised early and medical help is sought on time.
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Book | Diabetic Foot: Some Untold Facts |
| Author | Dr Sudhir Kumar Jain |
| Launched by | Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya |
| Venue | Lok Bhavan, Guwahati |
| Focus | Diabetic foot awareness and prevention |
| Editions | Assamese, Hindi and English |
| Public relevance | Early diagnosis, treatment and prevention of avoidable amputations |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who launched the English edition of “Diabetic Foot: Some Untold Facts”?
The English edition was launched in Guwahati by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya.
Who is the author of the book?
The book has been authored by noted surgeon Dr Sudhir Kumar Jain.
Why is diabetic foot awareness important?
Diabetic foot awareness is important because delayed treatment of wounds, infections or foot complications can lead to serious outcomes, including avoidable amputations.
Why is the book launch important for Guwahati?
Guwahati is a major healthcare hub for Assam and the Northeast. A multilingual book on diabetic foot care can help patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals access preventive health information more easily.