Rebel Star Krishnam Raju's birth anniversary celebrations on 20th of this month. Free medical camp in Mogultur
The prevalence of diabetes in India has witnessed a 40% increase over the past four years, exceeding 100 million individuals, as per a recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). This alarming rise has resulted in a substantial number of people developing diabetic foot issues—a complication arising from nerve and blood vessel damage, leading to ulcers, infections, and deformities. Tragically, if not addressed promptly and accurately, some patients with diabetic foot problems may face the prospect of losing their legs, with a staggering 50% mortality rate within five years post-leg amputation.
Recognizing the urgency of the situation and the absence of proper multidisciplinary diabetic foot care and surgical treatments in India, the late Sri Krishnam Raju Uppalapati, in collaboration with Professor Venu Kavarthapu, founded the UK India Diabetic Foot Foundation (UKIDFF) in 2022. The foundation aims to provide crucial support to Indian patients with diabetic foot problems through the expertise of a UK-based team led by Professor Venu Kavarthapu.
In response to the escalating diabetic foot problems in India, UKIDFF has undertaken initiatives to bridge the gap in healthcare. It offers free multidisciplinary care advice to doctors across India, conducts educational events, organizes health camps in various regions, and provides free surgical treatment to eligible patients. Founding trustees of UKIDFF include the late Sri Srinivasa Rao Kavarthapu, Smt. Syamala Uppalapati, and Smt. Ramadevi Kavarthapu.
The inaugural UKIDFF health camp took place in Mogaltur on January 20th, coinciding with the birth anniversary of the visionary late Sri Krishnam Raju garu, at his birthplace. Under the leadership of Professor Venu Kavarthapu and coordination by Smt. Shyamala Uppalapati and Praseedha Uppalapati, a diverse team of diabetic foot specialists and doctors from the UK, UAE, and India participated. The Indian team, representing Apollo Hospital Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad led by Dr. Srinivas Seshabattaru and Dr. Varma group of hospitals in Bhimavaram led by Dr. Varma, performed Diabetic Foot Screening, provided free medicines, offered advice on diabetic foot protection, conducted wound treatment, and provided wound care advice.
This collaborative effort is expected to benefit around 1000 patients with diabetic foot problems, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis, comprehensive treatment, and improved healthcare for individuals grappling with this critical issue in India.
