Kauvery Hospital’s campaign against diabetes

Kauvery Hospital Chennai, a flagship unit of the Kauvery Group of Hospitals has announced the inauguration of ‘Dishoom Dishoom Diabetes,’ a unique initiative in honor of World Diabetes Day. A press release said,”‘Dishoom Dishoom Diabetes’ is a comprehensive expo designed to address the effective management of diabetic ailments. Scheduled for December 3rd the event will offer free check-ups on Vitals, Blood Sugar Test, Lipid Profile, Fundus Screening, Fibro Scan, Foot Study, Refractry Screening Test, , Dental Screening and Biothesiometry. Beyond health screenings, attendees can explore stalls featuring diabetic-friendly foods, diet supplements, footwear, physiotherapy, diet counseling, and various other diabetic care products.” K Baraneedharan said that the critical nature of diabetes as a chronic disease, warning of its potentially fatal consequences if not diagnosed or managed effectively. Untreated diabetes can lead to severe health complications, including cardiovascular disease, nerve damage, kidney damage, Alzheimer’s disease, and depression, Baraneedharan added and said often overlooked risk factors such as obesity, sedentary lifestyle, genetics, age, and family history, urging attendees to become educated on disease risks and management.