Healthy Soch
- “Over 150 people screened at World Diabetes Day health camp in Secunderabad
- Awareness walk and interactive health talk highlight the importance of early detection and prevention of diabetes-related complications”
Hyderabad / Chandigarh, November 14, 2026:
Uncontrolled diabetes can silently damage vital organs, including the heart, kidneys, eyes and nerves, often before noticeable symptoms appear, doctors at CARE Hospitals warned on Saturday. Marking World Diabetes Day, CARE Hospitals, Musheerabad, organised a free health screening camp, awareness walk and interactive health talk at Padmarao Nagar Park, Secunderabad, where more than 150 people underwent health screening.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, senior citizens and morning walkers. The awareness walk highlighted the importance of regular physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits in preventing and managing diabetes. During the interactive health talk, doctors explained the early warning signs of diabetes, its long-term complications and the need for regular medical check-ups.
A team of doctors from CARE Hospitals provided medical consultations and guidance on blood sugar management, healthy eating habits, physical activity and preventive healthcare. The medical team included Dr. Moinuddin, Consultant – General Medicine; Dr. Srinivas Kandula, Consultant – Endocrinology; Dr. Imran Khan, Consultant – General Medicine; and Dr. Banu Priya, Consultant – General Medicine.
Dr. Moinuddin, Consultant – General Medicine, CARE Hospitals, said, “Diabetes often develops without obvious symptoms. Many people feel healthy even when their blood sugar levels are high. Over time, uncontrolled diabetes can increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease and other serious complications. People with a family history of diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure or a sedentary lifestyle should undergo regular screening rather than waiting for symptoms.”
Dr. Srinivas Kandula, Consultant – Endocrinology, CARE Hospitals, said, “Diabetes is not just about high blood sugar. It can affect almost every major organ in the body. Prolonged uncontrolled blood sugar can damage the kidneys, affect eyesight, cause nerve damage and increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Along with blood sugar control, patients should regularly monitor their blood pressure, cholesterol, kidney function and eye health. Early diagnosis, appropriate treatment and lifestyle changes can prevent or delay many of these complications.”
During the awareness session, doctors also cautioned that symptoms such as excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, persistent tiredness and blurred vision should not be ignored. They explained that diabetes-related nerve damage and poor blood circulation can also cause slow-healing wounds and serious foot infections.
Doctors advised people to maintain a balanced diet, engage in regular physical activity, avoid tobacco, manage stress and undergo periodic health examinations. They emphasised that early detection and consistent diabetes management are essential to reducing the risk of long-term complications.
Dr. Bharathi Jetti, Chief Operating Officer, CARE Hospitals, Musheerabad, said, “Many people seek medical attention only after developing health problems. Through this awareness walk, health talk and screening camp, we wanted to encourage people to take preventive healthcare seriously. The participation of more than 150 people is encouraging. Our aim is to take healthcare awareness closer to communities and help people identify health risks before they develop into serious complications.”
The programme was organised as part of CARE Hospitals’ community health initiatives to promote awareness about diabetes, encourage preventive healthcare and improve access to early health screening.
healthysoch
