Kidneys need healthy blood vessels to do their important work of filtering extra fluid and waste from the blood. High blood pressure can damage the blood vessels in and leading to the kidneys. In fact, high blood pressure is one of the leading causes of kidney failure. Keeping your blood pressure at the correct level is easy - fixing a failed kidney is not. #BeatThePressure
Many countries prioritise road safety by setting speed limits based on injury tolerance levels, known as Safe System speeds. Only 46 nations align with these best practices. With rising road crash fatalities in India, it's crucial for the government to establish appropriate speed limits.
According to TERI, over half of India's population relies on non-motorized modes of transport for their daily commute, with walking (32%) and cycling (19%) being the most common choices. By incorporating cycling into your daily routine, you can break away from a sedentary lifestyle and lower the chances of developing cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity. Sneak in some cardio and fresh air on your way to work. It's a win-win for your wallet and your health!
The World Oceans Day offers another opportunity for corporates, governments and individuals to think about the impact of single-use plastics on marine species. That we (animals, habitats and humans) are all tied in intricately becomes clearer with each passing day. Equally apparent is the need to work together to break free from single-use plastics.
As consumers, it's our responsibility to stay informed and make conscious food choices. This #WorldFoodSafetyDay, let's pledge to prioritize safety over convenience and demand transparency from food companies. Because when it comes to food safety, it's better to be safe than sorry!
Just like high blood pressure damages blood vessels in other parts of your body, arteries in your brain can also be impacted by this. If parts of the brain can’t get the oxygen they need from the circulating blood, cells begin to die. All this from a condition that is easy to diagnose, and fix! Why let it come to that? #BeatThePressure
Mangrove ecosystems provide invaluable services such as coastal disaster risk reduction, carbon storage, and support for fisheries. Their loss would be detrimental to both nature and people worldwide. #ProtectMangroves. #ActOnClimate
Just transition to clean energy has several facets that need to be considered simultaneously. Any anthropocentric solutions can only yield short terms solutions. #WorldEnvironmentDay #GenerationRestoration #CleanEnergy
High blood pressure raises the risk of a condition called 'metabolic syndrome'. This syndrome is a cluster of health conditions that can lead to heart disease, stroke and diabetes. High blood pressure has no symptoms, until you begin to experience complications. Why leave it to chance when it is so easy to #KnowYourNumbers and #BeatThePressure
India's current national speed limits exceed global standards. While states have the authority to adjust limits, WHO categorises India among countries with inadequate speed regulations. Let's revisit and establish safer speed limits for enhanced road safety.
