World Kidney Day: Crucial to raise awareness on early detection, says JP Nadda

It is critical is raise awareness on kidney health and prevention of kidneyrelated diseases Union Health Minister JP Nadda said on ThursdayThe World Kidney Day is observed annually on March 13 to raise awareness on kidney health preventive measures and risk factorsWhile stressing the need for early detection the minister informed how the Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme PMNDP is providing lifesaving treatment to millions of people in the countryAs we observe WorldKidneyDay it is a crucial time to raise awareness about the importance of kidney health and the need for early detection and prevention of kidneyrelated diseases Nadda said in a post on social media platform XIn a significant step towards improving healthcare access our government under the visionary leadership of PM Narendra Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Program PMNDP Through this transformative initiative thousands of dialysis centres are now providing lifesaving treatment to millions across India he addedLet us join hands to spread awareness and ensure that kidney health remains a priority for all the Minster saidChronic Kidney Disease CKD is a progressive condition where the kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the bloodIt is a growing public health crisis in India affecting a significant percentage of the population and causing over 100000 new cases of kidney failure annuallyAlthough it affects one in 10 adults early detection remains low often leading to severe complications like hyperkalemia high potassium levels which increases the risk of heart failureThis is majorly because of the minimal symptoms in early stages that are often go unnoticedAs per recent research published in the Nephrology journal there has been an alarming rise in CKD cases across IndiaAnalysing data from 2011 to 2023 the study found that CKD prevalence among individuals aged 15 and above increased from 112 per cent 20112017 to 1638 per cent 20182023The findings also highlighted a significant ruralurban disparity with CKD affecting 1534 per cent of the rural population compared to 1065 per cent in urban areasNotably kidney health is closely linked to conditions like diabetes and obesity one of the leading causes of CKDAs CKD often progresses silently millions are at risk of severe complications reduced quality of life and increased healthcare burdensMeanwhile the Ministry of Health stressed the need to prioritise kidney healthIn an infographic posted on X the ministry suggested following five simple steps to ensure your kidneys stay strong and healthyThey are exercising regularly drinking plenty of fluids controlling blood sugar limiting salt intake and avoiding tobacco and alcoholEarly detection proactive management and access to effective treatments can be important in curbing the growing public health challengeThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever