What if your Kidneys resign? Manipal Hospitals raises a critical question | WATCH
On World Kidney Day, Manipal Hospitals has launched a disruptive campaign, ‘Kidney Resignation,’ to grab attention and spark conversation about kidney health. This initiative aligns with this year’s theme “Are Your Kidneys Okay?”and takes an eye-opening approach to tackling the growing crisis of kidney disease.
With cases of kidney disease rising at an alarming rate, the campaign aims to highlight the importance of prevention through lifestyle changes.
World Kidney Day, observed on the second Thursday of March, is a global awareness campaign dedicated to kidney health. It aims to educate people about kidney disease, its risk factors, and preventive measures to reduce its prevalence worldwide.
Emphasising prevention and early detection
Dr. H. Sudarshan Ballal, Chairman of Manipal Hospitals, through the video, highlights the significance of awareness in preventing kidney disease.
“Kidney disease is largely preventable with simple lifestyle changes. Awareness is the first step toward better kidney health,” he emphasises.
Through this campaign, Manipal Hospitals urges people to adopt healthier habits, including staying hydrated, eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and undergoing routine check-ups. These small changes can significantly reduce the risk of kidney-related complications.
Kidney diseases: Symptoms and precautions
Kidney diseases occur when the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood, leading to serious health complications.
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is one of the most common conditions, often progressing silently until significant damage has occurred.
Symptoms may include persistent fatigue, swelling in the legs and face, frequent urination (especially at night), blood in urine, high blood pressure, and reduced appetite.
To prevent kidney-related issues, it is essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle—stay hydrated, eat a balanced diet low in sodium and processed foods, exercise regularly, and manage conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
Regular kidney function tests and check-ups can help in early detection, ensuring timely medical intervention before the disease progresses.