Amputee Connections Celebrates April As Limb Loss Awareness Month

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GRAND TERRACE - More than 2 million Americans live with limb loss and 28 million are at risk of limb loss, according to Amputee Connections and the Amputee Coalition.

"As part of Limb Loss Awareness Month, which is April, we are joining with the Amputee Coalition to increase awareness about limb loss issues and prevention," said Bill Nessel of the Amputee Connections. "Limb loss is not uncommon. In fact more than 500 Americans lose a limb each day, primarily due to diabetes."

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Amputee Connections Celebrates April As Limb Loss Awareness Month

The Amputee Connections recommends the Amputee Coalition's Limb Loss Risk Assessment for anyon...

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