Tenalha Father Jalio washed the feet from the homeless next to Lancelotti
Oh Health Minister.
This initiative with the Junction of the Foot washing ceremony of the Catholic tradition with an awareness campaign against the diabetic foot.
Participated in project professionals of Consolidated Health System (SUS); Medical students; Nursing and nutrition, as well as volunteers from the Catholic Church.
The lava ceremony is a Christian ritual that took place on the holy Thursday, which recalls the gesture of Jesus Christ by washing the feet of his disciples during the last meal. After washing the feet of the homeless, the tenth was a guide speech on the condition of the diabetic foot.
This is a Diabetes problem Due to problems in blood circulation and nerve damage. These factors increase the risk of injuries, infections and ulcers, if they are not properly treated, can lead to disintegration.
According to the minister, approximately 4,000 Brazilians Due to the disease in 2024 they will be cut off completely or partially.
Nutritional professionals have also developed a healthy menu for those with diabetes, serving those after foot washing.
“(We are here) to show how many professionals Their Should be welcomed, respect and in the state of the server of Brazilian population, especially for the homeless population, ”he said The paddle.
“(We are also here) to attract attention to this problem in the health of the people who are diabetic foot, we can prevent the pre -diagnostic and treating medicine in the popular pharmacy,” he said.
