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World Kidney Day 2024: History and Significance
NEW DELHI [Maha Media]: World Kidney Day is observed across the globe on the second Thursday of March. The day holds immense importance as people raise awareness about the significance of kidneys and ways to manage kidney disease. Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs in your body that help to clean your blood by removing waste and extra water, which then turns into urine.
On World Kidney Day, doctors, health workers, kidney disease survivors and health advocates come together to promote the significance of preventive measures, early detection and effective management of kidney disease. The day aims to raise awareness about the risks of kidney disease and how to take necessary actions that prevent the disease.
World Kidney Day 2024 Date
This year World Kidney Day will be observed on March 14, the second Thursday of March 2024.
World Kidney Day 2024 Theme
The theme for this year’s World Kidney Day is “Kidney Health for All – Advancing Equitable Access to Care and Optimal Medication Practice.” This theme highlights the importance of addressing kidney care. Reports state that nearly 850 million people worldwide are affected by chronic kidney disease (CKD). With proper medication and care, this number can be brought down and necessary steps can be taken to prevent the disease. Each year, the campaign focuses on a new theme, addressing different aspects of kidney health.
World Kidney Day History
The event originated in 2006 as a joint initiative between the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF). The health awareness day was motivated by the growing concern over the rise in kidney diseases worldwide and the lack of awareness among the general public about kidney health. The aim was to highlight the importance of kidneys, promote preventive measures and educate the public about the risks and treatments associated with kidney disease.
World Kidney Day Significance
This day serves as an important platform for educating people about the essential functions of kidneys, including waste elimination, blood pressure regulation and electrolyte balance. It also highlights the alarming rise in kidney diseases worldwide and the need for ways to address this growing health crisis. By focusing on the prevention and early detection of kidney diseases, World Kidney Day aims to reduce the impact and prevalence of these conditions.
The day encourages people to adopt healthier lifestyles, such as maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise and avoiding tobacco, to maintain their kidney health. Also, it advocates for the improvement of care and support for those living with kidney diseases, highlighting the importance of access to prevention and treatment services.
Through events, seminars, and online campaigns, World Kidney Day has made considerable progress in increasing awareness and understanding of kidney function, the importance of early detection and the management of chronic kidney disease.
