Free Hypertension Assessment & Prevention Camp
On the occasion of World Hypertension Day 17th May 2024, Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Unit of SDM College of physiotherapy organised camp in association with department of General-Medicine, at SDM Polyclinic Hubballi from 9AM to 1PM.
The Inaugural function was held at 11AM & was carried out by in-charge HOD & Professor Department of General Medicine Dr. Basavaraj Halkatti & Principal SDM College Of Physiotherapy Dr. Sanjay Parmar.
Dr. Basavaraj spoke about need of regular medications in individuals with Hypertension.
Dr. Sangeeta Associate Professor added note to importance & need of exercises to prevent further complications & to prevent Hypertension.
Junior Resident Dr. Sharan spoke about importance of timely medications.
Staff of Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Unit – Dr. Shubha Akadas Assistant Professor, Dr. Tulasi Kulkarni & Dr. Sangeeta Appannavar & along with Post-Graduates & Under-Graduates of the unit actively participated, assessed & screened 45 individuals with Hypertension & educated them about the need of exercises to prevent & control further complications due to Hypertension. Dr. Tulasi Kulkarni, Lecturer, welcomed the guests & proposed the vote of thanks.
The Purpose of the Camp was to create Awareness among Individuals with Hypertension about the need of Exercises to prevent & manage the symptoms without any further complications”