Wounds Australia is delighted to welcome Diabetes SA as its newest affiliate, bringing the diabetes and wound care communities closer together.

For more than 70 years, Diabetes SA has supported South Australians living with, or at risk of, diabetes through education, health services and professional support for individuals, families, carers and healthcare professionals.

Connecting diabetes and wound care

There is an important link between diabetes and wound prevention and management. Diabetes-related nerve damage and reduced blood supply can increase the risk of foot injury and ulceration, while early recognition, appropriate care and preventative foot health measures can help reduce the risk of serious complications.

The affiliation gives our organisations more opportunities to work together on issues affecting people at risk of diabetes-related wounds.

Wounds Australia CEO Jeff Antcliff said joining forces would help extend access to practical wound care information.

"There is a natural overlap between our work," Mr Antcliff said. "For people living with diabetes, protecting foot and skin health and recognising problems early can have a significant impact on their health and quality of life."

Diabetes SA CEO Catherine Hughes said wound and foot health were important considerations in supporting South Australians affected by diabetes.

"People living with diabetes can face complex health challenges, and foot and wound health can be an important part of that picture," Ms Hughes said. "Our affiliation with Wounds Australia will help us give our community access to specialist wound care knowledge and support healthcare professionals caring for people with diabetes."

Partner with Wounds Australia

Interested in connecting your organisation with Australia's national wound care community? Our affiliates and corporate partners help us extend the reach of evidence-based wound prevention, education and advocacy while building valuable connections across the sector.

Whether your organisation represents healthcare professionals, consumers, industry or the wider community, there are opportunities to work with us and support better outcomes for people living with wounds.