DSDSC - World Heart Day 2012

To mark World Heart Day 2012, Dr. Srikanth's Diabetes Specialities Centre – Vijayawada, urges you to take action to save the lives of people with diabetes from heart diseases. Making even just a few changes can help to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke in people with diabetes: encourage healthy eating and physical activity, and ban tobacco use. We understand that this is sometimes easier said than done, but we hope that the tips below will help you make a start.

If you have diabetes, you are at least twice as likely as someone who does not have diabetes to have heart disease. People with diabetes also tend to develop heart disease at an earlier age than other people. If you are middle-aged and have type 2 diabetes, some studies suggest that your chance of having a heart attack is as high as someone without diabetes who has already had one heart attack. People with diabetes who have already had one heart attack run an even greater risk of having a second one. In addition, heart attacks in people with diabetes are more serious and more likely to result in death.

Diabetes itself is a risk factor for heart disease. Also, many people with diabetes have other conditions like central obesity, abnormal blood fat (cholesterol) levels, high blood pressure, Smoking that increase their chance of developing heart disease.

What can I do to prevent or delay heart disease and stroke?  Even if you are at high risk for heart disease and stroke, you can help keep your heart and blood vessels healthy. You can do so by taking the following steps: Make sure that your diet is "heart-healthy.", Make physical activity part of your routine, Reach and maintain a healthy body weight, If you smoke- quit, Ask your doctor whether you should take aspirin, Get prompt treatment for transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). Keep your A1C target Below 7 percent, Blood glucose targets 90 to 130 mg/dL Before meals and Less than 180 mg/dL 1 to 2 hours after the start of a meal, Blood pressure target Below 130/80 mm Hg, Bad cholesterol targets Under 100 mg/dL. ONE WORLD ONE HOME ONE HEART.

Students of Vijaya Public School Challapalli Celebrated World Heart day with Dr. M. Srikanth Chief Diabetologist Dr Srikanths Diabetes Specialities Centre - Vijayawada. An interactive multimedia presentation followed by Quiz on prevention of heart diseases was organized to the school children. Students of Vijaya Public School Challapalli made hearts from their hands to acknowledge World Heart Day 2012.

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DSDSC Girls Day Celebrations 2012

“Does chocolate cause pimples?”
“What do I do if the kids at school make fun of me?”
“My friend eats fast food and junk food all the time, but she looks great. Does someone like her need to eat healthy?”

Every young woman has questions like these. Having questions is a sign that girls are growing up. It shows that they want to take care of themselves.

Girls at GDET Municipal Corporation school, Patamata participated actively in a programme conducted jointly by VMC and Rotary Club Krishnaveni on the eve of National Girls Day celebrations on 12-07-2012.

Dr. M. Suneetha Consultant Gynecologist, Dr. Srikanths Diabetes Specialities Centre, who presided over the function, gave honest and straight answers to many such questions and educated girls with helpful information like, Taking care of their reproductive health, Hair and skin care, Sleep, Exercise, Eating well, stress management, Self-esteem, Body image, Healthy relationships, Peer pressure and how to say No, Staying safe, planning the future, Discovering the interests and talents and Thinking about their career.

“It’s a day to celebrate what makes every girl unique; an opportunity for each girl to realize “She Can Do Anything!” said Dr Chilakapati Ramchand Secretary Rotary Club Krishnaveni.

Sri Ashok Sethi President Rotary Club Krishnaveni said “Together, we should empower girls to think big, embrace their unique talents, love themselves and accept one another”.

About 120 girl students, teachers and office staff participated in the interactive sessions, activities and fun quizzes.

Dr. M. Suneetha Consultant Gynecologist, DSDSC addressing Girls at GDET Muncipal Corporation school, Patamata, Vijayawada.



Girl students, teachers and office staff participating in the interactive sessions, activities and fun quizzes.



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Diabetes Screening Camp held for Vijayawada IGM Stadium Walkers

Walking is one of the easiest, most relaxing forms of exercise for many people, but especially for those living with diabetes, says Consultant Gynecologist - Dr. Srikanth's Diabetes Specialities Centre, Dr. M. Suneetha.

Addressing the Vijayawada IGM Stadium walkers – Dr Suneetha added that, walking helps control blood glucose levels in people with diabetes and improves overall quality of life. It is also an activity that can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes in people at risk.

Dr. Srikanth's Diabetes Specialities Centre and Vijayawada Walkers Association jointly conducted a diabetes screening camp at Indira Gandhi Muncipal Stadium – Vijayawada on 24th June 2012. Dr. L. Subba Rao President Indian Medical Association - Vijayawada, who presided over the event enumerated the benefits of regular walking like Improved glucose control, Better cardiovascular fitness and Weight control.

Sri. B. Sanjeeva Rao, Organizing Secretary, Vijayawada walkers Association said that 200 people, including 100 known diabetics and 12 new diabetics, visited the camp for a free check up apart from free medical advice.

Dr. M. Suneetha Consultant Gynecologist, DSDSC addressing Vijayawada IGM Stadium walkers.

Dr. M. Suneetha Consultant Gynecologist, DSDSC addressing Vijayawada IGM Stadium walkers.

Diabetes and Smoking - Another Reason to Quit

As if there are not enough reasons to quit smoking, breaking the habit is even more important if you have diabetes or want to avoid getting it. If you smoke and think you are otherwise in good health, think again. Smoking 16 to 25 cigarettes a day increases your risk for Type 2 diabetes to three times that of a non-smoker. The more risk factors a person has, the greater the chances are of developing diabetes. While smoking can increase your chances of getting diabetes, it can also make managing diabetes more difficult for those who already have it. Other complications of smoking on diabetes include retinopathy (eye disease), heart disease, stroke, vascular disease, kidney disease, nerve damage, foot problems, and many others. A person with some or all of the risk factors might never develop diabetes, but your chances increase as more risk factors are present. Certain risk factors like age, family history, and ethnicity cannot be altered, but a change in lifestyle that includes eating a modified diet, increasing physical activity, and quitting smoking might help reduce the risk.

Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC addressing "Smoking & Diabetes" camp attendees.

Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC addressing "Smoking & Diabetes" camp attendees.

DSDSC Celebrates World Health Day in 2012

The topic of World Health Day in 2012 is Ageing and health with the theme "Good health adds life to years". Dr. Srikanth's Diabetes Specialities Centre organized a seminar for senoir citizens to focus on how good health throughout life can help older men and women lead full and productive lives and be a resource for their families and communities. Ageing concerns each and every one of us – whether young or old, male or female, rich or poor – no matter where we live.



Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC addressing the camp attendees

Cycling for Obesity and Diabetes Prevention - World Diabetes and anti Obesity month-2011

Dr. Srikanth’s Diabetes Specialities Centre [DSDSC] celebrated the World Diabetes and anti Obesity month on Monday the 28^th November, 2011 by holding a bicycle rally in the City.

The ‘Cycling for Obesity and Diabetes Prevention’ rally was organized by DSDSC in association with the Active Bicyclers Association. The rally was flagged off from Municipal Commissioners bungalow on the Mahatma Gandhi road by the NCC Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel V. Ravi Kumar. The participants pedaled up to Karnati Ramohan Rao School via Indira Gandhi Municipal Stadium, Sikhamani Centre, Moghalrajapuram, Sunnambhatila centre, Ramesh Cardiology Centre, Veterinary Colony, NTR Colony, Bharati Nagar, Gurunanak Nagar, and Siddhartha College.

DSDSC in charge and rally organizer Mr. Brahmaji Kanakamedala stated that the objective behind holding the bicycle rally was the need of the hour. Such activities promote fitness among people to fight diseases such as diabetes, blood pressure, and decrease traffic congestion on the roads. As many as 40 students from the Karnati Ramohan Rao Muncipal Corporation School took part in the cycle rally and road show, conducted as part of the campaign to create awareness on Obesity and Diabetes.

NCC Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel V. Ravi Kumar said that "Cycling is a ride for any individual or team who wants to enjoy a great day of cycling and, at the same time, help stop this deadly disease. I know how important it is to stay healthy and cycling is one way to do that. What better way to spend a day than cycling with your friends, “he said.

"Around 12-14 per cent of the population in the city is suffering from diabetes said Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC and added that modification in lifestyle was the best way to fight it. Cycling 7 km a day and a healthy diet would keep diseases away. A yearly check-up to detect blood sugar and cholesterol levels, blood pressure and body weight is important, "That was why we decided to focus on creating awareness among the public about this", he said.

NCC Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel V. Ravi Kumar flagged off the ‘Cycling for Obesity and Diabetes Prevention’ rally

NCC Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel V. Ravi Kumar flagged off the ‘Cycling for Obesity and Diabetes Prevention’ rally1

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Students from the Karnati Ramohan Rao Muncipal Corporation School taking part in the cycle rally and road show

Students from the Karnati Ramohan Rao Muncipal Corporation School taking part in the cycle rally and road show1

Students from the Karnati Ramohan Rao Muncipal Corporation School taking part in the cycle rally and road show2

Dr. M. Srikanth and Dr. M. Suneetha releases VLCC Osteoporosis book on World Anti Obesity Day

Dr. M. Srikanth together with Dr. M. Suneetha today released a VLCC Osteoporosis book on world anti obesity day. Speaking on the occasion Dr Srikanth said, there is a virtual epidemic of obesity sweeping the globe and in the context of India, what is most worrisome is a very high prevalence of central or abdominal obesity which has been found to be over 60 per cent in both men and women in Andhrapradesh. Dr. M. Suneetha said that abdominal obesity is an independent risk factor for diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. Even if a person is not apparently obese in general, the abdominal obesity in itself acts as a major risk factor, she added. Dr. Srikanth and Dr Suneetha appreciated the relentless efforts of VLCC in bringing public awareness about obesity and managing it effectively.

News Coverage on Anti Obesity Day 2011

News Coverage on Anti Obesity Day 2011

News Coverage on Anti Obesity Day 2011

News Coverage on Anti Obesity Day 2011

Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camps to mark World Diabetes day-2011

To bring the spotlight on the magnitude of the problem of diabetes that afflicts nearly four crore people across the country, Dr. Srikanth’s Diabetes Specialities Centre in association with regional Lions Clubs is organizing a month long “Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camps” in selected mandals of Krishna district beginning Tuesday the 1^st of November 2011.

Centre in charge Mr. D.V.S. Prasad said that participants detected with diabetes at the camps would be provided free consultation, diabetes education, diet and exercise counseling. A comprehensive annual master health checkup will be provided at 50% the actual price to all the deserving camp attendees.

Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC said the economic cost of the disease is very high and it is essential that more funds are spent on tackling it. Since diabetics are also two to four times more prone to blindness, cardiovascular disease, renal failure, vascular and neurological complications, he said it should be noted with concern that in 2011 the disease is estimated to kill nearly 4 million people and so it is essential that steps are initiated to create greater public awareness. He appreciated the Lions Clubs & DSDSC initiative in this regard.

Dr. M. Suneetha Gynecologist exclusively for women with diabetes has said that diabetes management is not just about lowering the blood sugar level but also about how to keep future heart attack, kidney failure, paralysis and blindness at bay.

Dietician & Diabetes Educator A. Swetha stressed the need to modify lifestyles to prevent diabetes. “Simple Indian food is the need of the hour. Parents also have responsibility to see that their children don’t overeat, exercise properly and avoid junk food.”

“One should eat traditional food items like jawar, bajra, bananas and dry fruits like cashewnuts, raisins and almonds so that the insulin level gets decreased. People can even munch chana. However, Western fast food is affecting the health of not only urbanites for also rural folks who are eating chips and burgers.” She added.

China Ogirala Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp being organized by the DSDSC team.

Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC addressing Vuyyuru Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp attendees.

Katuru village residents being tested at Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp by the DSDSC team.

Mr. Srinivas and team DSDSC at Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp - pamidimukkala

News Coverage of Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp at Vuyyuru.

News Coverage of Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camps.

News Coverage of Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camps - Pasamarru & Jujjuvaram.

News Coverage of Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camps - Pasamarru & Undrapudi.

News Coverage of Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camps - Thotlavalluru.

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Pamidimukkala Lions Club President Smt. Gadde Tara Leela inaugurating the Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp.

Pamidimukkala Lions Club Secretary & Ex MPP Sri. Moturi Venkata Subbaiah inaugurating the Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp at choragudi village

Pamidimukkala Lions Club Secretary & Ex MPP Sri. Moturi Venkata Subbaiah inaugurating the Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp at Krishnapuram

Pamidimukkala Lions Club Secretary & Ex MPP Sri. Moturi Venkata Subbaiah inaugurating the Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp at Krishnapuram1

Senior Surgeon Dr. B. V. Appa Rao inaugurating the Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp at Pamarru.

Senior Surgeon Dr. B. V. Appa Rao inaugurating the Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp at Pamarru.1

Thotlavalluru ex Surpanch Sri. B. Sugunakar Rao being tested at Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp by the DSDSC team.

Veerankilock Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp being inaugurated by the Pamidimukkala Lions Club President Smt. Gadde Tara Leela.

Vuyyuru Lions Club President Sri. Nukala Venkata Sambasiva Rao being tested at Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp by the DSDSC team.

Vuyyuru Lions Club President Sri. Nukala Venkata Sambasiva Rao being tested at Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp by the DSDSC team.1 (2)

Yakamuru village residents being tested at Serial Diabetes awareness and detection camp by the DSDSC team.

Free Diabetes Health Camp at Bantumilli

Dr. Srikanth’s Diabetes Specialities Centre in association with Bantumilli Kanthi Kendra Seva Trust organised a free diabetes detection camp, at Kanthi Kendra Seva Trust premisis in Bantumilli on 23-10-2011.

Sri. J. Vasudeva Rao, Trust member said that 150 people, including 100 known diabetics and 10 new diabetics, visited the camp for a free check up and medical advice apart from free medicines.

“Few people had pre-diabetic status i.e. blood sugar levels between 130-145 mg%. They were advised to go for corrective diet plan and life-style modifications, though no medicines were prescribed to them, and they could be fine for many years without medicines, if they go for regular blood sugar check-up,” said Dr M. Srikanth.

DSDSC team advised the people to consume washed and clean salads, leafy and fresh vegetables, pulses (non-crushed, non-washed, sabut (whole) dals), whole grain atta, low- cream milk. They were also advised to fight insulin resistance by adopting good life-style. “Regular walk, yoga and holistic approach tune up the body and it is seen that people may not need any anti-diabetes medicine for period up to 5 to 6 years. Ayurvedic herbal medicines are very helpful in controlling insulin resistance, and in preventing long term complications of diabetes,” said Dr M. Srikanth.

Sri. S. Harnath Babu, P. Anjaneyulu, Tata Rao, U. Ram Pandu, S. Mallikarjuna Rao, K. Srinivasa Rao, K. Venkat Rao, Dr. Anjaneyulu, A. Ramana, U. Murali also participated in the Camp.

Dr. M. Srikanth being honoured by Kanthi Kendra Seva Trust members

Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC examining the camp attendees

Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC examining the camp attendees

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Picture of Dr. M. Srikanth examining the camp attendees

Free Diabetes Screening Camp held for Gudivada Walkers

One of the DSDSC approaches was to focus on diabetes by screening people. On 24th of April 2011, a diabetes screening camp was arranged by Dr. Srikanth's Diabetes Specialities Centre in association with AP NGO’s Association and Walkers Club Gudivada in the NTR Stadium. Sri Lanka Dasari Prasada Rao, Muncipal Chairman Gudivada who presided over the Screening and Awareness camp said that Diabetes can be prevented with the help of recent advancements in modern medicine and with a little life style modification.

An estimate of 125 people was screened by the team DSDSC. “At this camp”; Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC says” people were given a consultation, in some cases resulting in a diagnosis of either diabetes or a diabetes complication such as neuropathy. For known diabetics it is an opportunity to see the complete Diabetes Health Care Team they need, related to their diabetes in one day. 20 new cases of diabetes were discovered during the day. Persons needing further treatment were referred, preventing undiscovered diabetes or complications to develop further.

Also in attendance that day was APNGO’s Gudivada President Sri.M. Kamalakarnath, Walkers Dist. Governer Sri Ponnuru Rama Krishna, Gudivada Walkers President Sri. D. Govindarajulu, who all participated in the meet and subsequent diabetes testing.

Sri Lanka Dasari Prasada Rao, Muncipal Chairman Gudivada presenting Momento to Dr. M. Srikanth

Seen in the Picture APNGO’s Gudivada President Sri.M. Kamalakarnath, Gudivada Walkers President Sri. D. Govindarajulu

Dr. M. Srikanth chief Diabetologist, DSDSC addressing Gudivada Walkers