Marking World Stroke Day, the Neurology Department at G. Kuppuswamy Naidu Memorial Hospital (GKNMH) conducted an awareness event under the theme “Every Minute Counts” on 29th October 2025 at the hospital’s Integrated Out-Patient Centre.
The event was graced by Dr. Rasmiranjan Padi, Chief of Neuro Interventional Radiology; Dr. Kavin Bharathi, Consultant Neurosurgeon; Dr. Balasenthil Kumaran, Consultant Neurosurgeon; Dr. Parvathy, Consultant Neurologist; Dr. Ravichandran, Consultant Neurologist; Dr. Sabarish Sivakumar, Consultant Emergency Medicine; and Dr. Mahesh Mithra, Head of Physiotherapy.
They addressed the gathering on stroke awareness, emphasising the ‘BE FAST’ approach and the importance of reaching the hospital early if symptoms appear. These symptoms include loss of balance, changes in vision, facial drooping, arm weakness, and speech difficulties.
Patients, members of the public, nurses, and staff also participated in the program.
