Shifa International Hospital commemorates World Kidney Day by offering free kidney screenings.

ISLAMABAD -- Shifa International Hospital organized a free kidney screening camp and panel discussion in honor of World Kidney Day. The event aimed to raise awareness about kidney diseases and the importance of early detection and prevention. The free kidney screening camp was open to the public and attracted a large number of people from different walks of life.

The theme for World Kidney Day 2023 is 'Kidney Health for All - Preparing for the unexpected, supporting the vulnerable!' During the camp, attendees could get their serum creatinine test done and Urine R/E tested if advised by experts after the reports of Serum Creatinine. Basic vitals such as BMI, pulse rates, and blood pressure were also performed.

The screenings were free of cost for the first 100 participants. Following the checkups, consultations were provided by kidney experts and nutritionists to provide advice and answer any questions related to kidney health. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is rapidly growing in Pakistan due to late diagnosis, kidney stones, and an increasing number of patients with diabetes and high blood pressure.

The panel discussion that followed the screenings and consultations brought together Shifa International Hospital's...

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