NIMS Organises Walkathon to Mark World Thrombosis Day
An awareness programme with the slogan “Stop the Clot” was organised.
Hyderabad: The Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) organised a walkathon and an awareness programme to mark World Thrombosis Day, highlighting the importance of preventing blood clots and promoting public awareness about the condition.
The programme was conducted under the supervision of Prof. Dr Sandeep Mahapatra, Head of the Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at NIMS. NIMS Director Prof. Dr Rahul Devraj inaugurated the programme.
The walkathon was held from 8 am to 9 am to raise awareness about thrombosis and the importance of early detection and timely medical intervention.
An awareness programme with the slogan “Stop the Clot” was organised at the Learning Centre in the old NIMS building.
Speaking on the occasion, NIMS Director Prof. Dr Rahul Devraj highlighted the serious health complications associated with thrombosis. He said blood clots could lead to conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, stroke and heart attacks.
He urged people not to ignore warning signs such as leg pain, swelling, difficulty breathing and chest pain, and advised them to seek medical attention promptly.
The programme emphasised the importance of recognising symptoms, understanding risk factors and seeking timely medical advice to prevent serious complications.