The Aryavarth Express
Agency(Bengaluru): On the occasion of World Kidney Day 2024, Manipal Hospital located on Varthur Road in Bengaluru, India, orchestrated a significant event tailored to enlighten senior citizens about kidney health. This gathering, attended by around 120 elderly individuals from various Resident Welfare Associations, featured distinguished experts in the field of Nephrology—Dr. Manoharan B, Dr. Garima Aggarwal, and Dr. Rashmi S R from Manipal Hospital Varthur Road—who imparted crucial information on recognizing, preventing, and managing kidney diseases.
The event commenced with Dr. Garima Aggarwal introducing the fundamentals of kidney function and structure. She underscored the urgency of discussing kidney diseases, branding them as the silent epidemic due to their high prevalence and often asymptomatic nature. Highlighting the higher incidence of kidney diseases in India compared to the global average, Dr. Aggarwal called for adopting healthy lifestyles and taking proactive measures to prevent kidney diseases. Her advice encompassed maintaining optimal blood pressure, managing weight, controlling blood sugar levels, following a kidney-friendly diet, exercising caution with medications, quitting smoking, and engaging in regular physical activity.
Dr. Manoharan B continued the conversation by focusing on the causes and symptoms of kidney diseases, emphasizing the significance of early detection in saving lives by halting disease progression and avoiding the need for dialysis or kidney transplants. He encouraged annual kidney health screenings for early detection and intervention.
Dr. Rashmi S R addressed the audience next, discussing kidney disease types, the impact of other organ involvements on kidney health, available treatment options, and the critical factors influencing treatment decisions. Stressing the increased vulnerability of the elderly to kidney diseases, Dr. Rashmi highlighted the importance of early detection and the adoption of a health-conscious lifestyle to prevent the onset of severe kidney conditions.
The event was a testament to Manipal Hospital Varthur Road’s dedication to enhancing community health awareness and offering valuable resources to fight against kidney diseases. It underscored the hospital’s commitment to equipping the community, especially senior citizens, with the knowledge and tools necessary for maintaining kidney health and preventing diseases.
