The Quezon City Government and Boehringer Ingelheim Philippines formally signed the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the rollout of the “Iwas Dialysis, Ligtas Kidneys: Get CheCKD Habang Maaga Pa!” program. The citywide program aims to strengthen early chronic kidney disease (CKD) detection and improve kidney health awareness among QCitizens, particularly individuals at higher risk of the disease. Through barangay health centers, the initiative will support community-based screening efforts, provide practical kidney health guidance, facilitate timely hospital referrals for patients with abnormal findings, and encourage healthier habits to help reduce long-term risk. In the Philippines, CKD remains a growing health concern, with an estimated 13 million Filipinos, or 11.2% of the population, living with the condition, many of whom remain undiagnosed until later stages.[1] The initiative forms part of Boehringer Ingelheim’s Sustain...
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