Release Date:  May 14, 2007 

Celebrating Foot Health Awareness Month

Now that spring weather is finally here, the Alberta Podiatry Association is reminding Albertans to pay attention to their feet. With May designated as Foot Health Awareness Month, it is the ideal time to increase awareness about the importance of taking good care of your feet.

“Every person has only one pair of feet to last a lifetime, so it is important that we take good care of them,” said Dr. Mario Turanovic, President of the Alberta Podiatry Association.  “Unfortunately, many people accept foot pain as part of their daily lives, but foot pain is not normal.  If your feet hurt, a podiatrist can help.”

Tips for preventing future foot problems, include:

• inspect your feet every day
• wash your feet with soap and water and dry feet carefully
• change shoes and socks daily
• visit your podiatrist annually.

For more information about podiatry and taking care of your feet, visit www.albertapodiatry.com

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For more information contact:

Dr. Mario Turanovic President

Alberta Podiatry Association

Jayne Jeneroux Executive Director 

Alberta Podiatry Association 

780-237-8509 

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