Hypertension or High BP is a very common chronic disease

particularly found among the middle aged or older population. About 65 crore Indians are hypertensive but most don’t show any symptoms. About 75% diabetes sufferers also have hypertension, this combination of diabetes and hypertension increases the risk factor for kidney and heart diseases. Therefore, diabetics need to control their blood pressure in addition to their sugar levels. To highlight the risk of hypertension and to enhance awareness about

it, the Diabetes Centre at Vaatsalya Hospital, Hubli conducted a camp on Hypertension on January 26, 2012. Dr. Chandrasekhar Patil, Medical Director, Vaatsalya Hospital, Hubli, educated the attendees about how to manage hypertension. Blood pressure is a measure of the force against the wall of the arteries as the heart pumps blood through the circulatory system and it is indicated by two values written one above the other. The larger number is called “Systolic pressure” and the smaller number “Diastolic pressure”. When the blood pressure values exceed 140/90, then that person is considered as “hypertensive”. Both systolic and diastolic pressures generally increase with age; habits such as smoking, drinking, and consuming food containing high fat and/or high salt will increase blood pressure. Diabetes sufferers should maintain blood pressure below 130/80.

Dr. Patil recommends the following guidelines for maintaining blood pressure: 1. Walk 30 minute a day2. Reduce weight if you are overweight3. Consume more vegetables and fruits4. The sodium in salt increases BP

so reduce salt intake. Sodium intake can also be reduced by switching to a low sodium salt.

5. Avoid deep-fried food items such as chips, mixture, poori and vada

6. Avoid drinking and smoking7. Consult a physician and take the

medications prescribed without fail

of March every year) and has not stopped growing ever since.Every year, World Kidney Day is organised with themes like “Are your kidneys OK?” (2006), “CKD: Common, harmful and treatable” (2007), “Amazing kidneys” (2008), “Protect your kidneys: Keep your pressure down” (2009), “Protect your kidneys: Control Diabetes” (2010) and “Protect your kidneys: Save your heart” (2011).

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More than 5% of the adult population have some form

of kidney damage, and every year millions die prematurely of cardiovascular diseases linked to Chronic Kidney Diseases (CKD). This fact drove the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF) to raise awareness by dedicating a day to their cause. World kidney day was started in 2006 (2nd Thursday

Vaatsalya Observed World Kidney Day

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Vaatsalya welcomes their new consultants

Dr. Mahesh HoleyannavarConsultant Paediatrician,Vaatsalya Hospital, Hubli

Dr. AnandConsultant OrthopaedicianVaatsalya Hospital, Anantapur

Dr. Basavanth PatilConsultant Surgeon andMedical DirectorVaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga

Dr. R. SrikantConsultant AnaesthetistVaatsalya Hospital, Ongole

Dr. Mahendra ReddyConsultant Orthopaedician

Vaatsalya Hospital, Ongole

Dr. Shrinivasa RaoConsultant Anaesthetist

Vaatsalya Hospital, Ongole

Arif BasheerCorporate Correspondent, VT, Bangalore

Dr. V RenganathanVT, Bangalore

Samson Sandeep, Corporate Correspondent, VT, Bangalore

Health check up for police

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International Women’s Day

Hypertension and Diabetes, the twin chronic diseases

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Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga team during the Kidney Day Walkathon in Gulbarga

Dr. C S Patil and Dr. V. Renganathan during the inauguration of Vaatsalya Hypertension clinic at Hubli

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A nursing staff from Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga marking a child after administering polio drops

Vaatsalya’s Marketing Head Mr. Murali Rao during “The Spectrum 360˚” The Healthcare Leadership Summit - 2012 at MGM School of Health Management Studies, Navi Mumbai

society and potential to contribute to shaping the future of the world.For 2012, the Forum has selected 192 YGLs from 59 countries from all sectors of society (including business, civil society, social entrepreneurs, politics and government, arts and culture, and opinion and media). “I am honored to be a part of the Young Global Leaders 2012 group. It is indeed recognition of the efforts of all of us at Vaatsalya and I share the honor with all of my team mates, who

are the true leaders. Young leaders around the globe are more engaged than ever in changing the world around them, and its incredibly

Dr. Ashwin Naik “Young Global Leader” 2012

Vaatsalya’s CEO and Co founder Dr. Ashwin Naik has been

selected as one of the Young Global Leaders (YGL) for 2012 by World Economic Forum, which was announced in Geneva, Switzerland on 6th March 2012. This honour is bestowed by the World Economic Forum each year to recognize the most distinguished young leaders nominated below the age of 40 from around the world for their professional accomplishments, commitment to

exciting to be part of and share the YGL platform with them.” ~ Dr. Ashwin Naik

A Nursing Staff checking the blood pressure of a patient at the hypertension clinic in Hubli

Pulse Polio Campaign by

Vaatsalya

Doctor’s Expertise

Saves Bear Bite Victims

Snapshots of Change

Vizianagaram: A health check up camp was conducted on 6th March

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The school children and teachers with Vaatsalya Hospital team in Gadag.

A snap from the training program in Anantapur

Dr. Anant Sagar addressing the nursing staff during the training program at Vizianagaram.

Nursing Superintendent, Varalaxmi during the training program in Narasannapeta.

The Nursing Superintendent, Lokesh explaining facilities in Vaatsalya Hospital, Hassan

Bridging the gap – Hospital Facility Tour In-house training programs

Gadag : Children from Bipin Chikkatti Montessori School visited Vaatsalya Hospital, Gadag on 18th February 2012. More than 80 children below the age of 5 were given a tour of the hospital by the staff. The children interacted with the hospital staff and the patients.

Hassan : A hospital facility tour was conducted at Vaatsalya Hospital, Hassan on 3rd March 2012. The Nursing Superintendent, Lokesh took the patient attenders on a tour of the hospital and introduced them to the various services available at Vaatsalya Hospital, Hassan.

Anantapur : Vaatsalya Hospital, Anantapur conducted a training program for the nursing staff on 24th February 2012. The topic for the program was “Drugs – Action, Reaction and Dosage”. More than 30 Nurses were involved in this program conducted by Unisankyo Ltd.

CPR Training. The program was conducted by Varalaxmi, Nursing Superintendent, and was attended by majority of the nursing staff.Vizianagaram : A basic skills training for the nursing staff was conducted at Vaatsalya Hospital, Vizianagaram on 13th March 2012. The nurses were taught the need for effective and proper communication with

Narasannapet : Vaatsalya Hospital, Narasannapet conducted a training program for the nursing department. They were given training on Fire and Non-Fire emergencies, Staff rights and responsibilities, Patient rights and responsibilities and

the patients. Dr.Anant Sagar, Consultant – Peadiatric Surgeon conducted the training which was attended by over 40 nursing staff.

Mandya : Vaatsalya Hospital, Mandya conducted a basic nursing training for their nursing staff on 10th March 2012. It was conducted by Dr. Somsundar and Dr. Veena, Consultant Anesthetists and attended by over 30 nurses.

A police person checking his weight during the camp at Gulbarga.

A snapshot from the camp

More than 300 women from the Mangala Mahila Mandal attended the program.

Vaatsalya Team during the 24hrs emergency helpline at Nanjangud

Dr. K Noel John examining a patient during the camp

Dr. Sunitha addressing the students

The Anganwadi Teachers during the program in Vaatsalya Hospital, Narasannapeta.

Vaatsalya Hospital, Vizianagaram doctor examining an employee during the camp.

Gulbarga - A health check up camp was conducted on 3rd March 2012 at MB Nagar Police Station in Gulbarga. More than 40 police personnel underwent the tests at the police station premises. Sub Inspector Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, MB Nagar police station expressed his gratitude to Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga for conducting this camp.

Narasannapeta: More than 200 Anganwadi teachers from over 180 villages in Srikakulam district were invited to Vaatsalya Hospital, Narasannapeta on 6th March 2012 for an awareness program. Dr. Golvi Mohan spoke about “Household emergency management and Children’s health”.

Health check up for police personnel

“Household emergency management and Children’s health”

Free health checkup camp for private organization employees

2012 at Sarada Metals and Alloys Ltd., Kothavalasa, a village one hour away from Vizianagaram district. General investigations like blood group, haemoglobin, height, weight, blood pressure, etc were done for over 90 employees. They have now tied up with Vaatsalya Hospital, Vizianagaram for their annual general check up.

Anantapur: Vaatsalya Hospital, Anantapur conducted a free Blood Sugar test and HB test for expectant mothers on 12th March 2012. The camp was sponsored by USV Pharma and was attended by over 50 women.

Free blood sugar and HB test for

expectant mothers

Awareness talk on “Labour Analgesia”

Free Health Checkup for Auto Drivers

Awareness Program for Students

Free Urology Camp

Emergency helpline at Srikanteshwara Temple

Free Paediatric Health Checkup Camp

Awareness talk on “Anemia”

Hubli: An awareness talk on “Labour Analgesia” was conducted on 14th March 2012 by Dr. Vijaykumar Zalaki and Dr. Krishna Baradol, Consultant Anesthetist, Vaatsalya Hospital, Hubli.

Hassan: Vaatsalya Hospital, Hassan conducted an awareness talk on Anemia for the hospital patient attenders on 15th March 2012. The talk was conducted by Dr. Bharathi Rajashekar and was attended by over 50 people.

Gulbarga: A general health check up was organised by Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga for the drivers of the Basweshwar Hospital Auto Stand on 17th February 2012. More than 20 drivers attended the camp and availed the free services.

Mysore: Vaatsalya Hospital, Mysore provided free 24 hours emergency helpline at Srikanteshwara Temple (Nanjundeshwara Temple), Nanjangud, during its Maha Shivarathri Celebrations on 20th and 21st February 2012. A dedicated team from Vaatsalya Hospital, Mysore comprising of doctors, nurses and paramedical staff provided free emergency helpline facilities to the devotees along with free medicines.

Hubli: Vaatsalya Hospital, Hubli conducted a General Paediatric Camp on 24th February 2012. It was conducted by Dr. Mahesh Holeyannavar, Consultant Paediatrician, and few nursing staff. It was attended by over 25 people.

Ongole: Vaatsalya Hospital, Ongole conducted a free urology camp on 28th February 2012. Dr. K Noel John, Consultant Urologist - Vaatsalya Hospital, Ongole examined all the 40 patients who attended the camp. A free urine test was conducted and a 50% discount on abdomen ultrasound scanning was given for all the patients who attended the camp.

Malur: Vaatsalya Hospital, Malur conducted an awareness program for the students of Taranga ITI college on 24th February 2012. Dr. Sunitha Prabhu, Medical Director and Consultant Gynaecologist spoke to the students about “Hygiene and Basic Health Awareness” and “Importance of First Aid Treatment”. It was attended by over 130 students and was well appreciated.

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Vaatsalya Celebrated international Women’s Day

The felicitation ceremony at Bijapur The felicitation ceremony at Shimoga “The human Kidneys” a depiction from Hubli The Kindey awareness talk at Ongole

Kidney day awareness walkathon at Bijapur

Kidney day awareness walkathon at NarasannapetaThe 2012 Campaign focuses on the positive outcome of kidney transplantation and the life-saving aspect of organ donation. The slogan for this year’s campaign was “Donate - Kidneys for Life – Receive”.Vaatsalya was proud to be a partner with World Kidney Day by organizing events like free kidney disease detection camps, health awareness

talk regarding kidney disease, Walkathon for public awareness and Felicitation of kidney donors.Vaatsalya Hospital, Bijapur has been celebrating world kidney day. since its inception in 2008. This year’s celebration was special because of the outstanding initiative taken by Dr. Raveendra Madraki (Consultant Nephrologist and Medical Director, Vaatsalya Hospital, Bijapur) to felicitate the kidney donors in Bijapur region. Vaatsalya felicitated - Shrihsail Tamagond, Shivappa Padaganur, Arjunsing Rajput, Md.Sharif Biradar, Sadanand Hulyal, Raj Ahmed Gadagalav, Munaf Lahori, Basavaraj Talawar,

Bhimappa B Goudar, Appasaheb Juumanal, Pavan Hiremath and Shakuntal kallu for their courage and determination. During the felicitation ceremony Dr. Madraki expressed his gratitude to the donors for their willingness to save another life.Vaatsalya Hospital, Shimoga also felicitated Mrs. Bhagirathi for being forthcoming and courageous to donate her kidneys to her brother.

Vaatsalya Hospital, Bijapur and Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga also conducted a free kidney detection camp on 8th and 9th March 2012. Over 150 people availed the services at the hospital.

Vaatsalya Observed World Kidney Day

The inspiration to dedicate a day to women was initiated in the

1900s, a time when women oppression and inequality was at its peak. It gave women the courage to become vocal and active in campaigning for change.The first National Women’s Day was celebrated on 28th February 1909 in the United States of America.

19th March 1911 and celebrated internationally in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland. More than a million women and men attended rallies to campaign for women’s right to work, vote, to hold public office and to end discrimination.Towards the end of the First World War, the Russian women began a

strike in response to the death of over two million soldiers in the war. The strike that lasted four days resulted in the government granting women the power to vote. The commencement of this strike on the 8th of March is today marked as the International Women’s Day world over.The United Nations’ International

Women’s Day theme for 2012 was “Empower Rural Women – End Hunger and Poverty”.International Women’s Day was celebrated across all the 15 Hospitals in the Vaatsalya Network, including the Head Office in Bangalore on 8th March 2012. Brig. Arujah, Head of Nursing Services at

Vaatsalya prepared a presentation about womens day which was presented across Vaatsalya Hospitals.A cervical cancer screening camp was conducted at Vaatsalya Hospital, Vizianagaram by Dr. Padma Kumari, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. More than 20 women availed the services at the camp.

A free health check-up camp was conducted at Vaatsalya Hospital, Hassan for over 20 women in the event of International Women’s Day.A rally was organised at Vaatsalya Hospital, Hanamkonda on International Women’s Day. Dr. Sreelaxmi, Medical Director and Consultant Obstetrics and

Gynaecologist, Department heads, Doctors and other hospital staff participated in the rally.A rally was organised at Vaatsalya Hospital, Gadag which was led by Dr. Aruna Mali and many other hospital staff participated as well.In the event of International Women’s Day, Vaatsalya Hospital, Tarikere

organised a health talk program for the members of Mamatha Mahila Samaj. The talk was given by Dr. Praveen Kumar, Consultant Gynaecologist and Dr. Girish, Medical Director and Consultant Paediatrician, and was attended by over 50 women.

The womens day celebration at Vaatsalya Head office Bangalore.

The Vaatsalya Hospital Staff durng the presentation at Hubli.

One of the entertaintment programs during the celebration at Malur.

The Celebration at Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga

Dr. Bharathi, Medical Director during her presentation in Hassan.

The awareness rally arranged in Gadag by Vaatsalya Hospital, Gadag

The Vaatsalya Hospital Staffs durng the presentation at Narasannapeta.

The awareness rally at Hanamkonda by Vaatsalya Hospital.

A Nursing staff during her presentation in Vaatsalya, Mysore

The celebration at Vaatsalya Hospital, Mandya

Dr. Aruna, Medical Director during the celebration at Anantapur.

Dr. Padma Kumari during her presentation in Vizianagaram.

The Vaatsalya team at Mamatha Mahila Samaj, Tarikere

Shimoga team feliciting Bhagirathi who donated her kidney to her brother

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chase it away. Suddenly, the animal attacked him and slashed him on his stomach. The bear had managed to break two rib bones with its sharp claws, which had caused the stomach to come out. The villagers rushed to his aid hearing him scream and admitted him in Vaatsalya Hospital, Narasannapeta. Dr. Golivi Mohan, Medical Director and Surgeon along with the paramedical staff performed a high risk surgery for three hours. Sriramulu slowly recovered and was discharged ten days after the attack.Forest officials, MRO, Police men and MLA & MP visited Vaatsalya Hospital and appreciated the sincerity and efforts of the doctors, the paramedical staff and the entire Vaatsalya team.

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Vizianagaram: Vaatsalya Hospital, Vizianagaram launched a Health Card for the Media Professionals around Vizianagaram on 4th March 2012. This is part of Vaatsalya’s initiative to provide subsidized services to Private and Government sector employees. Dr. Malla Venkateswara Rao, Medical Director and Consultant Paediatrician distributed these cards to over 100 journalists present at the event. The Health Card offers the holder consultation free of cost,

Pulse Polio is an immunization campaign established by the

government of India in 1995-96 to eradicate Poliomyelitis (polio) in India by vaccinating all children under the age of five years against the polio virus. This project involves fighting poliomyelitis with the help of large scale immunisation programmes, co-operating with various international institutions, state governments and Non-Governmental Organisations.Vaatsalya is proud to be a part of this immunisation program. Vaatsalya conducted a 4 day door-to-door pulse polio campaign which was carried out in various areas including Local Bus Stands, Slums, Anganwadi, etc. in association

10 per cent discount on inpatient billing (excluding pharmacy and diagnostics), and free ambulance for emergency (within 50-km radius) to journalists and their family members.

A Vaatsalya Staff Nurse checking the blood pressure of a driver during the campDr M Venkateswara Rao during the Health

Card Distribution at Vizianagaram.

Narasannapeta: A general health check up camp was organised for the drivers of the Bhavani Taxi Union Stand, Narasannpet on 4th March. It was led by the lab technicians and the nursing staff and attended by over 30 drivers. Few members from the general public voluntarily approached the camp and participated as well.

Free Health Checkup for Taxi Drivers

Health Card for the Media Professionals

with government hospitals, NGO and other organizations from 19th February to 22nd February. The program received good response from people across Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. More than 1500 children were given the polio drops by Vaatsalya Hospitals across Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

When the mission is aligned public - private partnership

can do wonders - Pulse Polio Campaign by Vaatsalya

A nursing staff from Vaatsalya Hospital, Tarikere administering polio drops to a child in a KSRTC Bus

Nursing staff from Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga administering polio drops to a child at a slum in Gulbarga

A staff from Vaatsalya Hospital, Vizianagaram administering polio drops to a child in Vizianagaram.

Venkateswara Rao was on his way to work in his paddy field

in Gottupalli, a small village 20 kms from Srikakulam, when he heard the village people screaming and running in the other direction. A bear had entered their paddy fields and was heading to their village. Venkateswara Rao also turned back to warn his family of the danger. He was heading back out towards the field when a hand suddenly slapped him on the back. He turned to find the bear behind him ready to strike again. Venkateswara Rao held both its hands trying to fight it, but the bear became more aggressive and bit him. Venkateswara Rao lost his balance and fell back. The bear struck him 3 more times on his face before running away.

Venkateswara Rao with Dr. Golivi Mohan after his surgery in Narasannapet

Sriramulu after his surgery in Vaatsalya Hospital, Narasannapeta

Out of fear, none of the villagers helped him, nor did anyone take him to a hospital. Few minutes later, Venkateswara Rao held his face and started towards the hospital. Looking at him struggle, the villagers quickly ran to his help and took him to Vaatsalya Hospital, Narasannpeta. Dr. Golivi Mohan and the paramedical staff provided emergency treatment in the casualty and performed reconstructive surgery of the face.Venkateswara Rao’s wounds healed quickly and he was discharged within a week of the assault. He and his family remain ever grateful to Dr. Golivi Mohan and the entire team of Vaatsalya for giving him a new life, especially when he had lost all his hopes on seeing another day.

Doctor’s Expertise Saves Bear Bite Victims

D RoopaStaff NurseVaatsalya Hospital, Anantapur

Mohan RajaputhStaff Nurse

Vaatsalya Hospital, Bijapur

Sharanbasangouda PatilStaff NurseVaatsalya Hospital, Gadag

GurulingappaHousekeeping Staff

Vaatsalya Hospital, Gulbarga

RajuStorekeeperVaatsalya Hospital, Hassan

NiranjanStaff Nurse (Dialysis)

Vaatsalya Hospital, Hubli

MadhusudhanFront Office ExecutiveVaatsalya Hospital, Malur

JayalakshmammaHousekeeping Staff

Vaatsalya Hospital, Mandya

Rohini S BStaff NurseVaatsalya Hospital, Mysore

Chinna RaoOT Technician

Vaatsalya Hospital, Narasannapeta

NaveenaStaff NurseVaatsalya Hospital, Ongole

Prasad VHousekeeping Staff

Vaatsalya Hospital, Shimoga

Deepa T.M.Front Office ExecutiveVaatsalya Hospital, Tarikere

Shilpa ManiHR Executive

Vaatsalya , Bangalore

Four days after Venkateswara

Rao’s gruesome bear attack, a shepherd, Sriramulu from Kambakaya village, 6 kms from Narasannapeta, was also a victim of a bear attack.On 19th March, Sriramulu was on his way back home from work when he suddenly noticed a black animal moving behind the bushes. Assuming it was a sheep from his flock that had strayed, he threw a stone at it to

Shilpa Mani, Corporate Correspondant, VT, Bangalore

Shilpa Mani, Corporate Correspondant, VT, Bangalore

Balakrishna MajjiStaff Correspondant, VT, Narasannapeta