Keith Kirton

Optometrist with a passion for diabetes and proud father of a Type 1 diabetic

[Keith Kirton @KeithKirton1]

@AdamBresler Numbnut!

[Keith Kirton @KeithKirton1]

@AdamBresler Clearly not a eighties kid are you!

[Keith Kirton @KeithKirton1]

@SonNguy74810213 I don’t think so! Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder, and has nothing to do with sugar intake!

[CardioSmart @CardioSmart]

Metabolic syndrome has been called the “perfect storm” when it comes to #heartdisease risk b/c it's a combo of health problems.

To keep your patients informed about risk factors, our infographic is now available in Spanish! ➡️ https://t.co/YvbHmX3ZK7 #NationalNutritionMonth

[Yasir Khan @ymnkhan]

Did you know:
Approximately 21% of patients with type 2 diabetes have retinopathy at the time of diagnosis.
Get yourself screened
#diabetes #retinopathy #t2dm
https://t.co/G0EG96GoEt

[STOP DIABETES @SonNguy74810213]

Who knew your freezer could become your best friend

[Bijaya Shrestha @bijaya101]

Insulin belongs to the world...#thankyou
#saving_million_of_lives

[Diabetes Forecast @Diabetes4cast]

Anaerobic training can make it easier to manage your diabetes. Discover what it is and how to do it!
https://t.co/BKpFnQ8SVL

[American College of Cardiology @ACCinTouch]

Can you predict #heartfailure risk to help plan cancer treatment? #ACCCardioOnc

[Keith Kirton @KeithKirton1]

It doesn't take much to make a huge difference in your life!

[Michael Dike @mykel_d]

#Walking is a very good form of exercise. Thirty minutes of #briskwalking for five days in a week is recommended by #IDF for a healthy, active life.

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[Keith Kirton @KeithKirton1]

Calcification of the arteries may influence ABPI testing, but if you overlook the shortcomings of the test and interpret those results carefully, it is still an important screening tool!

[Int. Diabetes Fed. @IntDiabetesFed]

Happy #ValentinesDay!

[EASO @EASOobesity]

Still time to participate in the consultation around the use of #Liraglutide in UK clinical practice for overweight and #obesity:
https://t.co/tIT03cJJJi @obesityactionsc @UK_ASO @EASOobesity @ObesityAPPG
@ECPObesity @kenclare @AbdTahrani
@ObesityUK_org @BrocqSarah
please RT!

[Keith Kirton @KeithKirton1]

Risk factors for Lower ExtremityAmputation (Pemayun et al., 2015):
•Previous Lower Extremity Amputation
•History of Peripheral Arterial Disease
•Diabetic neuropathy
•Diabetic Nephropathy
•Hypertension
•Elevated triglycerides
•HBA1c >8.00%
•Surgical site infection

[Learna | Diploma MSc @diplomamsc]

We have extended our application deadline to the 21st of February 🎓

📢 Apply now if you are interested in a course: https://t.co/rBYRwO7aP1

#distancelearning #distanceeducation #onlinelearning #onlineeducation #diploma #msc #course #online #healthcare #career #medicine

[Keith Kirton @KeithKirton1]

Charcot neuroarthropathy occurrence risk factors:
Non-modifiable: Male gender, age, diabetic foot duration, and height
Modifiable: Bodyweight and hip circumference

[CardioSmart @CardioSmart]

#CardiacRehab is a proven way for heart patients to regain strength and improve their overall health.

Learn more about this supervised exercise program: https://t.co/DuTcrIwOs0 #CRWeek2020

[CardioSmart @CardioSmart]

Through #cardiacrehab, you will:
💪 Improve your physical fitness
💪 Adopt a healthy diet
💪 Manage risk factors
💪 Follow your treatment plan
💪 Focus on your emotional health

Learn more: https://t.co/DuTcrIwOs0 #CRWeek2020