Kochi, November 22, 2024: Aster Medcity, in collaboration with Aster Volunteers, the global CSR arm of Aster DM Healthcare launched a free HbA1c test campaign aimed at supporting the elderly population. The campaign was inaugurated by Honourable Aluva MLA Anwar Sadat at the Aluva Welfare Association Trust as part of World Diabetes Day celebrations.
The initiative will provide free check-ups to various elderly care centres across Ernakulam district, providing crucial diabetes screening for 500 senior citizens.
This initiative is part of a broader effort by Aster Volunteers, driven by the Aster DM Foundation, to touch lives through healthcare, education, social empowerment, environmental sustainability, and disaster relief activities. To date, Aster Volunteers has impacted over 5 million lives globally, with this campaign being another testament to its impactful presence.
Latheef Kasim, Assistant General Manager of Aster DM Foundation, Dr. Mansoor Hassan, Chairman of Welfare Association Trust and others attended the event.
Photo Caption: Aluva MLA Anwar Sadat undergoes the first test in the free HbA1c test campaign organized by Aster Medcity and Aster Volunteers at Aluva Welfare Association Trust as part of World Diabetes Day.