Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet Organises Night Walk for Lupus Awareness
Chennai:
Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet successfully organised a Night Walk for Lupus Awareness at Elliot’s Beach Road, Besant Nagar, Chennai, bringing together patients, caregivers, doctors, healthcare professionals, and members of the public to raise awareness about lupus and show solidarity with those living with the condition.
The walkathon, led by the Department of Rheumatology at Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet, was aimed at creating greater public understanding about lupus, a chronic autoimmune condition that can affect different parts of the body including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood cells, and brain. Since symptoms can vary widely from person to person, early diagnosis, timely treatment, and regular medical follow-up play an important role in improving quality of life.
The Night Walk was thoughtfully planned to make participation more comfortable for people living with lupus, as many patients experience sensitivity to sunlight and UV exposure, which can trigger or worsen symptoms.
The one-hour walk, held from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, saw enthusiastic participation from the community and created a strong sense of solidarity among attendees. The event highlighted the importance of awareness, compassion, and timely medical intervention in supporting people affected by lupus.
Speaking on the occasion Dr Sham S Senior Consultant Rheumatology, Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet “We are happy to bring back the Lupus Walkathon for its second edition, and it is truly encouraging to see greater participation this year. Lupus is a condition that is often misunderstood or diagnosed late, and awareness initiatives such as this help people recognise symptoms early and seek timely medical care. Every step taken today is a step towards better understanding, support, and hope for those living with lupus.”
The Department of Rheumatology at Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet provides comprehensive care for patients with autoimmune and inflammatory conditions such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, spondyloarthritis, and other connective tissue diseases.
“Lupus can affect different organs and, in some cases, may become a serious organ-threatening condition that requires hospital admission or critical care support. At Kauvery Hospital, patients benefit from a multidisciplinary approach, with rheumatologists working closely with other specialists to provide timely and comprehensive care. The hospital also has in-house facilities for immunological investigations, state-of-the-art critical care support, and a day care facility for biological infusions, ensuring that patients receive advanced treatment and continued support under one roof,” added Dr Sham.
Speaking about the hospital’s continued commitment to community health, Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals, said, ““Lupus is a condition that requires awareness, timely diagnosis, and continued care. This walkathon is a reminder that patients should not feel alone in their journey. As a healthcare institution, Kauvery Hospital is committed to supporting patients through advanced treatment, multidisciplinary care, and initiatives that help build greater public understanding .”
The event concluded with an overwhelming show of support from participants, reinforcing Kauvery Hospital’s mission to create a healthier, more informed, and compassionate society.
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