Apollo Dialysis observes World kidney day event
Hyderabad, 16th March 2024: Apollo Dialysis Clinics, a subsidiary of Apollo Health & Lifestyle Ltd. (AHLL), hosted a Mass Awareness Program to commemorate World Kidney Day, today at Malaysian Township, Kukatpally, Hyderabad.
Mr Sriram Iyer, CEO, of Apollo Health & Lifestyle Limited; inaugurated the Program and Dr Satyanarayana consultant Nephrologist, Apollo Dialysis Clinics; addressed the gathering on Kidney ailments and precautions to be taken. Apollo Dialysis Clinics celebrated the completion of over 20 lakh dialysis sessions on the occasion.
A free consumer screening camp was conducted with a Blood Serum Creatinine test being done and several walkers underwent the screening tests and heard the talk by the Nephrologist. Apollo Dialysis Clinics conducted various other activities across hundred-plus locations across India including health camps, nephrologist talks and walkathons with over two lakh people participating in it.
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Sriram Iyer, CEO-Apollo health & lifestyle Limited reinforced on the need to maintain kidney health and its critical impact on overall health and well-being. “In the current times, it is imperative to raise awareness among people about kidney health. Improved accessibility to kidney care can help prolong the onset and progression of kidney diseases. Apollo Dialysis aims to play a pivotal role in providing best in class care for kidney problems with over 130+clinics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, dedicated & experienced Nephrologists, and well trained, expert technicians.” he added.
Mr. Sudhakara Rao, COO, Apollo Dialysis Clinics; said, Renal failure is an important public health problem. However, it remains a mostly undocumented cause of premature death in developing countries, like India. According to estimates from the government, nearly 220,000 patients develop end-stage renal disease annually in India, leading to an additional annual dialysis demand of 34 million treatment sessions. The existing close to 5,000 dialysis centres and approximately 3,340 nephrologists is considered to be grossly inadequate to meet the rising demand for dialysis, as the disease gains traction due to various sociological and environmental factors.
Dr. Satyanarayana, Nephrologist, Apollo Dialysis Clinics; stated the goal of World Kidney Day is to educate individuals, communities, and policymakers about the associated complications. By promoting healthy lifestyles, such as regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and adequate hydration, we can reduce the risk of developing kidney problems and improve overall health and well-being. Also, there is a critical need for prompt and comprehensive care in managing kidney conditions such as end-stage renal disease doctor stated, “Recognizing this need is essential for ensuring optimal outcomes for patients. Timely intervention can prevent further deterioration of kidney function, while a well-equipped dialysis unit plays a crucial role in providing life-sustaining treatments like hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. By prioritizing promptness and comprehensiveness in care delivery, we can improve the quality of life and outcomes for individuals living with end-stage renal disease.”