Karachi

24/7 helpline launched to prevent diabetic foot amputations


Karachi: A round-the-clock diabetic foot helpline has been launched to provide immediate guidance and referral to millions of people with diabetes developing foot wounds, ulcers and infections.



The helpline, 0330-6666774, was launched by the Baqai Institute of Diabetology and Endocrinology (BIDE) during the three-day International Conference on Diabetes and Diabetic Foot 2026, which concluded in Karachi on Sunday after bringing together Pakistani and international experts in diabetes and diabetic foot management.