World Sepsis Day is a Global Sepsis Alliance initiative that started in 2012 and occurs every year on September 13th with events held all over the world to raise awareness about sepsis.   World Sepsis Day is important because it is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against sepsis which accounts for at least 8 million deaths worldwide annually [1]. Yet, depending on the...

Mind the Gap in Kidney Care   Facts about Kidney Worldwide At least 1 in 10 people worldwide is living with kidney disease.1 According to the Global Burden of Disease study, in 2019,>3.1 million deaths were attributed to kidney dysfunction, making it the seventh leading risk factor for death worldwide (Figure 1).2 However, global mortality from all kidney diseases may actually range betwee...

Take Control of Your Blood Pressure, Protect Your Heart! Join us on May 17th to raise awareness about the importance of monitoring and managing blood pressure. High blood pressure is a silent killer, but with regular check-ups and a healthy lifestyle, you can keep it in check. Let's work together to promote heart health and prevent hypertension-related complications. Spread the word and take actio...

Learn More about Thyroid Function World Thyroid Day, observed annually on May 25, aims to enhance awareness about thyroid health and its crucial role in overall well-being. It emphasizes the importance of early detection and treatment of thyroid disorders. This day serves as a platform to educate the public about the significance of thyroid health and advocate for improved healthcare. The theme fo...