Fortis Escorts Hospital Hosts 'Health Connect' Program to Promote Preventive Healthcare

Fortis Escorts Hospital's Initiative for Community Health Awareness

Jaipur. In a continuous effort to enhance preventive healthcare and raise awareness about lifestyle-related health issues, Fortis Escorts Hospital in Jaipur, in collaboration with the All India Vaishya Conference, organized a 'Health Connect' program within the hospital premises.

This interactive health session featured renowned specialists from Fortis Escorts Hospital, who discussed common yet serious health concerns related to heart health, lung diseases, and head and neck cancers. The primary aim of this program was to encourage community members to undergo early screenings, seek timely treatment, and adopt healthier lifestyles.
The expert panel included Dr. Rahul Singhal, Director of Cardiology and Electrophysiology; Dr. Ankit Bansal, Senior Consultant in Pulmonology; and Dr. Jitendra Sharma, Consultant in Oncosurgery, Head and Neck.

Discussing this initiative, Dr. Rahul Singhal emphasized, “Due to modern lifestyles, stress, and poor dietary habits, heart diseases are increasingly affecting younger individuals. Through platforms like Health Connect, we aim to educate the community about early warning signs, risk factors for heart diseases, and the importance of timely cardiac screenings to prevent life-threatening complications.”

Highlighting the rising burden of respiratory diseases, Dr. Ankit Bansal stated, “Conditions like asthma, COPD, and lung diseases related to pollution are on the rise. Awareness, early detection, and treatment play a crucial role in improving quality of life. This platform allows us to engage directly with people and clarify common myths related to lung health.”

Emphasizing the importance of early detection in cancer care, Dr. Jitendra Sharma remarked, “Due to a lack of awareness, head and neck cancers often go undetected until advanced stages. Tobacco use, alcohol consumption, and poor oral hygiene remain significant risk factors. Such community outreach programs help individuals recognize early symptoms and seek timely medical advice, leading to significantly improved outcomes.”