Kidney failure is rising at an alarming rate in the United States and here in Louisiana. This increase in kidney failure, however, isn't because of some rare or hard-to-pronounce kidney diseases. The leading cause of new cases of end-stage renal disease is diabetes.		Our Diabetes Center Helps Patients Stay in Control Diabetes is a significant health threat here in Louisiana where high-fat and fried foods seem ingrained in our culture. Protect Your Eyes From Diabetic Retinopathy Doctors say those with diabetes shouldn't take their vision for granted.

Health Screenings Can Have a Lifesaving Effect Tim McCorkle didn't like going to the doctor. In fact, the 49-year-old Violet resident hadn't been to a doctor in more than 20 years.

CMC Offers Care for Difficult Wounds Millions of Americans have diabetes and other conditions that increase their risk of developing hard-to-heal wounds.

Stay a Step Ahead of Foot Problems Foot problems may not sound serious, but they're the leading cause of hospitalizations for diabetes-related complications.

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