Expressnews
Chennai, 19th May 2025 – Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet, a leading multi-specialty healthcare provider in Tamil Nadu, successfully organized a Night Walk for Lupus Awareness at Elliot’s Beach Road, Besant Nagar, Chennai. The event, led by the Department of Rheumatology, aimed to raise awareness about lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions worldwide.
The walk brought together patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and the general public to illuminate the journey of those living with lupus and spread hope under the night sky. The one-hour walk from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM created a powerful sense of solidarity, to show the strength of those battling this challenging condition.
Dr. Sham S, Senior Consultant Rheumatologist at KauveryHospital Alwarpet, emphasized the importance of creating awareness, saying, “Lupus is a complex condition that often goes unnoticed, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. This walk is a step towards changing that by encouraging early detection and greater understanding within the community. Together, we can help those affected live healthier, fuller lives.”
Talking about the hospital’s role in community health, Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-founder and Executive Director of Kauvery Hospital added, “At Kauvery Hospital, we support our patients not just within our hospital walls but in their everyday lives. This night walk is a reminder that no one battles lupus alone, we stand together in this fight.”
The event concluded with an overwhelming show of support from the participants, highlighting the hospital’s mission to create a healthier, more informed society.
