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India.com
5 days ago
- Health
- India.com
When Diabetes Waits, It Strikes Hard: This Sports Person's Story Explain Why You Can't Ignore High Blood Sugar
Pune: Ravinder Sus had a busy desk at the State Bank of India branch in Jammu. He was in his early forties and a cricketer and table tennis player. He felt fit. He had no family history of diabetes, but he had signs such as dizzy spells, blurred vision and too many trips to the washroom. A diagnostic examination revealed high blood sugar. He cut sugar from tea and drank bitter gourd juice. He added fenugreek to his food and kept telling himself that he had it under control. The years rolled by. Work got heavier. Hours got longer. His weight climbed to 85 kilograms. Exercise faded. He smoked one cigarette after another. He skipped follow-up tests. He ignored doctor visits. The blood sugar story stayed in the background. Almost two decades later, it caught up. It was 2018. He was 62. At a wedding in Pune, he felt a rush of sweat. His heartbeat raced. He collapsed. Tests showed both kidneys had failed. His creatinine count had shot far beyond safe levels; and as a result, he began undergoing dialysis. Days blurred in hospital corridors. Energy drained and appetite gone. His wife, Anjali, stepped forward as a kidney donor. Their blood groups did not match. Surgeons went ahead with a complex mismatch transplant. Her rib had to be cut to take out the kidney. Recovery was slow. He had 40 stitches. Weeks of isolation followed. Four insulin injections a day kept his sugar under control. Doctors told him that many transplant patients develop diabetes after surgery. He was now in that group. Experts say diabetes is India's silent destroyer. The Lancet Global Health study in 2019 found that two in five people with the disease did not know they had it. In India, one in five people aged 45 or older live with diabetes. The risks include heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, vision loss and nerve damage. Smoking worsens the danger, raising the chances of developing Type 2 diabetes by up to 40 percent. Sus took his second chance seriously. He joined awareness events with Blue Circle Diabetes Foundation. He entered the National Transplant Games and won a silver medal in table tennis. He spoke to groups about what happens when diabetes is ignored. His messages were: undergo tests regularly, watch your diet, move every day and take your medicines as the price of neglect is far greater than the discipline needed to prevent it.
Business Standard
10-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Aashish Suresh Mangal Receives Doctorate from Thames International University for Business and Philanthropy
PNN Dubai (UAE), May 10: In a ceremony graced by leading figures from business, academia, and healthcare, Dr. Aashish Suresh Mangal was awarded the Honorary Doctorate in Business Management and Finance by The Thames International University, Europe. This rare and prestigious distinction--reserved for exceptional individuals who have significantly contributed to society through business and humanitarian efforts--recognizes Dr. Mangal's remarkable journey of entrepreneurial excellence and profound social impact. Founded with the mission of nurturing global leaders, The Thames International University is a renowned European institution committed to academic excellence, innovation, and transformative leadership. The conferral of an honorary doctorate is among its highest honours, granted only to a select few global changemakers--making Dr. Mangal's achievement both rare and distinguished. Starting his entrepreneurial journey in 2009 with the establishment of Pace LLC, Dr. Mangal transitioned from his family's pharmaceutical legacy at Merlin Pharma Private Limited to build a dynamic global enterprise spanning surgical manufacturing, agro-commodities, petrochemicals, and technology investments. His vision expanded further in 2014 with the launch of Pace Global FZE in the United Arab Emirates, seamlessly integrating business success with a strong social conscience. "In Dr. Mangal, we don't just see a successful businessman; we see a visionary who builds enterprises that create profound social impact. His ability to harmonize commercial success with humanitarian ideals is the leadership our world desperately needs," said the Vice-Chancellor of Thames International University during the award ceremony. Dr. Mangal's humanitarian work is both deeply personal and far-reaching. Inspired by his wife Payal Mangal's battle with kidney complications, he has championed healthcare accessibility-- notably partnering with the Narmada Kidney Foundation and launching affordable immunosuppressant drugs under the mentorship of Dr. Bharat V. Shah. His swift action during the COVID-19 crisis--providing critical refrigeration units for vaccine storage and supporting hospitals--was officially recognized by the Hon'ble Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari. The Mangal legacy continues through his daughter, Anshika Mangal, who, at just 19 years old, became India's fastest female commercial pilot trainee in the United States, completing her training in a record 5 months and 10 days. Her pioneering spirit mirrors her father's trailblazing journey, making the family a symbol of leadership, resilience, and perseverance. Beyond his corporate endeavours, Dr. Mangal has been instrumental in educating the public as the Editor-in-Chief of Rx Care Magazine, registered with the Government of India, and in organizing initiatives such as the National Transplant Games, supporting organ transplant recipients and promoting blood donation drives. Born on November 1, 1978, Dr. Mangal's life story is a powerful testament to resilience, integrity, and service. Mentored by distinguished figures such as Dr. Uday C Mashelkar, Dr. Bharat V. Shah, Dr. Mita B. Shah, and Dr. Nayesh Patni, he continues to bridge the gap between business growth and societal good with humility and vision. "This honour belongs not only to me but to everyone who shaped and believed in my journey," said Dr. Mangal during his acceptance speech. "True fulfilment comes not from individual success but from creating ripples of positive change that touch lives. This honour strengthens my resolve to continue this mission." The Honorary Doctorate from The Thames International University stands as a powerful validation of Dr. Aashish Suresh Mangal's ongoing mission--building businesses that are engines of change, empowering communities, and leaving a legacy of compassion-driven leadership.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
March 8: 3rd Annual Dress Giveaway
Donor Family Network and Team Finger Lakes are holding their 3rd Annual Dress Giveaway on Saturday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 8 Public Square, in Watertown, NY. This event has been established in Lucy Reff's memory to benefit organ donation. Reff passed away in January 2019 just 2 days after purchasing her wedding gown and became an organ donor saving 4 lives. Brand new gowns, including bridal, prom, bridesmaids, mother of the bride or groom, pageant or military ball and cocktail dresses are all free. Any affordable donation is accepted and it benefits organ donation. The Donor Family Network/Team Finger Lakes is the direct benefit of this fundraiser. It is a group of organ recipients and donor families who compete biannually at the National Transplant Games. More information is available HERE. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
