PATIENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Initiatives

SAHAYOG is a platform which aims to provide relevant and important information about Lung Cancer directly over the phone via a prerecorded IVR system. The concise information is directed to assist understand Lung Cancer disease and the cancer journey better.

1) TOLL Free Number for the IVR: 1800-2099-069
2) QR code for the toll free number
3) Website of Project SAHAYOG: www.saarathisahyog.com

Beyond Sugar is a community awareness initiative led by AstraZeneca and jointly developed by RSSDU and ISN along with AstraZeneca. The page focuses on preventing cardio-renal and other complications in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients. All the videos and content published on the platforms are for general awareness and not meant to substitute any medical advice.

Cancer is a disease that develops when cells grow or divide uncontrollably and spread to other normal tissues and organs. Cancer can arise from different parts of the body and is not just one disease.

Depending on the type of cancer, the prognosis and type of treatment offered will be different. Oncologists are doctors who treat cancer and specialise in one of three major areas: medical, surgical, and radiation.

Most cancers present as an abnormal growth in the body – manifesting as a lump or a tumour. Not all tumours are cancer-causing (malignant), some may be non-cancerous (benign).3,4

You will be redirected to the site which will help you understand about some types of cancer, signs and symptoms and many others.

Heart Mitra is a page to spread awareness about Cardio Vascular diseases, for patients & their caregivers. It caters to information across the CV continuum. Our vision is to be a one stop solution for your heart health. Feel free to interact and engage in the following pages

Lung MItra - The goal of Lungs Mitra is to spread awareness about the importance of healthy lungs for normal citizens. It caters to the information across the respiratory continuum.

Our vision is to empower every citizen to take ownership of maintaining healthy lung function by providing clear and actionable information. We encourage you to learn more about the importance of maintaining a healthy respiratory system, get involved in the community and, be that friend who shares these important messages with the people around you.

When it comes to asthma, your lungs have a lot to say. If you’re getting treatment but your asthma is still getting in the way, it may be a kind of more severe asthma called eosinophilic asthma.

Patient Education Videos

Learn More About Diabetes And Stress Management With Dr Rohit Kapoor | Beyond Sugar | Astra Zeneca

Diabetes is a chronic condition that is often difficult to manage, and it naturally brings stress. Stress, on the other hand, can have a negative impact on diabetes management. Therefore, both diabetes and stress management are crucial to live a healthy life. Learn how you can manage stress and keep your blood sugar levels in check from Dr Rohit Kapoor, a renowned diabetes expert and Director of Care Well Hospital, Amritsar.

Enhance You Knowledge About Chronic Kidney Disease With Dr Vishal Saxena | BeyondSugar | AstraZeneca

Kidney transplant is the ultimate option when both the kidneys stop functioning. It's an elaborate procedure which may not be understood by everyone which is why there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Here we have expert nephrologist, Dr Vishal Saxena bust these myths and shed more light on kidney care.

Learn About The Roles Of Family Members In Diabetes Management With Dr Shalini Jaggi | Beyond Sugar

Understand the roles of family members and loved ones in helping diabetes patients manage their condition better, from expert diabetologist Dr Shalini Jaggi. In her LIVE session with Beyond Sugar, she also sheds light on prediabetes and gestational diabetes complications.

Diabetes & Kidney Health With Dr Surendra Sharma Of Galaxy Speciality Center, Jaipur | BeyondSugar

Dr Surendra Kumar Sharma talks about the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes while also sharing some useful tips on how lifestyle alterations can help manage the conditions. He also goes on to talk about how diabetes impacts the kidneys and how can kidney-related complications be prevented while managing diabetes.

Juvenile Diabetes From Dr Rishi Shukla Of Regency Hospital, Kanpur | BeyondSugar

Dr Rishi Shukla elaborates on juvenile diabetes and how it affects children of all ages. He also talks about the importance of family support and the roles of caregivers in helping the child manage their condition. Dr Shukla uses the platform to shed light on what are the signs and symptoms that caregivers, parents and teachers should look out for in children with diabetes, to avoid complications.

Preventing Liver Complications & Managing Diabetes With Dr Brij Mohan Makkar | BeyondSugar

Expert Dr Brij Mohan Makkar gives insights on how diabetes can impact the liver while sharing detailed information on liver complications such as fibrosis and cirrhosis. He also explained how liver tests work and how frequently should a diabetes patient take these tests. Dr Makkar spoke about liver damage and the time duration in which it impacts the body. He busts some myths around insulin and liver damage as well.

Dr Rajiv Awasthi Diabetologist From Lucknow, Explains How To Manage Diabetes In Summer | BeyondSugar

Expert Dr Rajiv Awasthi sheds light on complications that diabetes patients face during the summers along with other health concerns. He also talks about what kind of summer beverages are safe for diabetes patients and what are the ones that must be avoided. He then sheds light on how to manage heat stroke in diabetes patients and shares tips on exercising during the summers.

Dialysis In Diabetes Patients With Dr Zaheer Virani Of Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai | BeyondSugar

Dr Zaheer Virani sheds light on how dialysis can be done on diabetes patients, and what precautions must be taken to prevent complications in post-dialysis. He also explains what tests must a diabetes patient undergo to understand their dialysis requirement. He goes on to explain the complications linked between diabetes and dialysis and how to choose the right dialysis centre.

The information stated here is only for educational purpose and does not replace medical advice in any way; do consult your doctor for additional information

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