World Kidney Day 2023: It is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness about the importance of kidneys. The day is observed on the second Thursday of March each year. This year it falls on March 10.
World Kidney Day 2023: Objectives
The purpose of celebrating the day is to raise awareness about the importance of kidneys for overall health and reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and associated health problems worldwide.
– Increase kidney awareness by emphasizing that diabetes and high blood pressure are important risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD).
– Strengthen preventive behaviors.
– Systematic CKD screening should be performed in all patients with diabetes and hypertension.
It is important to educate all medical professionals about their key role in detecting and reducing the risk of CKD, especially in high-risk populations.
– Focus on the role of local and national health authorities in controlling the CKD epidemic.
On World Kidney Day, all governments are encouraged to take action and invest in more kidney screening.
Kidney transplant is the best treatment option for kidney failure and organ donation is a life-saving initiative.
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World Kidney Day 2023: Theme
The theme for World Kidney Day 2023 is “Kidney health for all: Prepare for the unexpected and support the vulnerable.”
The theme for World Kidney Day 2022 is “Kidney health for all: Bridging the knowledge gap to improve kidney care.” In 2021, the theme was “Kidney Health for Everyone Everywhere: Living Well with Kidney Disease.”
World Kidney Day 2023: History
World Kidney Day was celebrated for the first time in 2006 and has been celebrated every year since. It is said that worldwide, 1 in 10 people suffer from kidney disease. World Kidney Day is a joint initiative of the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF).
About chronic kidney disease
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a progressive loss of kidney function over a period of months or years. When the kidney does not function or drops below a certain point, it is called kidney failure. It should be noted that untreated kidney failure can be life-threatening and requires dialysis or kidney transplant treatment to sustain life. CKD can be caused by diabetes, high blood pressure, and other disorders. Early detection and treatment can help prevent chronic kidney disease from getting worse.
Rules to keep kidneys healthy
– Eat a healthy diet.
– Maintain a routine and be fit and active.
– Check and control blood sugar.
– Check and control blood pressure.
-Drink the appropriate amount of fluids during the day.
– Do not smoke.
– Do not take pain relievers or anti-inflammatories regularly.
– Have your kidney function checked if one or more high-risk factors exist.
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Source: sef.edu.vn