TIL Desk Lucknow/ Regency Hospital, a leading super-specialty hospital, organized a walkathon on March 28 from 6:30 am to 8:30 am to create awareness about the prevention of kidney diseases. Approximately 3,000 people participated in the walkathon, which started from the Regency Hospital premises in Khurram Nagar and ended at the MD Palace. The walkathon covered a total distance of 2 kilometers. The walkathon was organized under the theme of World Kidney Day – “Kidney Health for All”.
People from all age groups, including patients suffering from diabetes, kidney diseases, and obesity, participated in this walkathon. In this initiative, doctors from Regency Health also participated including Dr. Deepak Deewan, MD, DM, Nephrology, Renal Sciences Director, and Dr. Alok Kumar Pandey, Consultant – Nephrologist and Renal Transplant.
Dr. Deepak Deewan, MD, DM, Nephrology, Renal Sciences Director, Regency Hospital, Lucknow, said, “We want to thank all the participants who took part in the walkathon and created awareness about kidney diseases. Our efforts in spreading awareness about kidney diseases and its prevention were supported by the participation of all the people who took part in this initiative. Kidney disease means that your kidneys are not functioning properly, and we aim to educate people about the importance of maintaining good kidney health.”
Dr. Alok Kumar Pandey, Consultant – Nephrologist & Renal Transplant, Regency Hospital said, “Kidney disease is a growing health concern in India and kidney diseases have a negative impact on lifestyle. Kidney disease is often referred to as a “silent disease”. Because there are usually no symptoms in its early stages, the sooner you learn you have kidney disease, the sooner you can take steps to prevent further damage to your kidneys. Even if you feel healthy, but if you are at the age of 60 or above, or have diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart disease, consider talking to your doctor about testing for kidney disease. Your doctor can use your test results to develop a kidney care plan for you. Having a plan can lower your risk for serious health problems like heart attack and stroke, and give you more healthy moments.
