Kidney disease on the rise: Dr. Caesar urges lifestyle change to curb alarming death rates in Ghana
Kumasi, Ghana – As Ghana records a sharp rise in kidney-related deaths, the Chief Executive Officer of M.Y Caesar Company Limited, Dr. Caesar, is calling on the public to take urgent steps toward safeguarding their kidney health through regular check-ups and healthier living.
Recent statistics reveal that 4,161 people died from kidney disease in Ghana in 2020, accounting for 2.38% of total deaths. The country now ranks 56th globally in kidney disease mortality, a position that health experts find deeply troubling.
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“This trend is alarming. Many of these deaths could have been prevented through early diagnosis and lifestyle changes,” said Dr. Caesar. “We cannot sit back and allow this to continue. Prevention must be our first line of defense.”
Dr. Caesar, a well-known advocate for natural health solutions and the CEO of Kumasi-based M.Y Caesar Company Limited, stressed the importance of public education on kidney health. He urged Ghanaians to take proactive steps such as:Reducing salt and fat intake, managing sugar and high blood pressure levels,exercising regularly to burn fats and avoid smoking and limiting alcoholic intakes.
Staying hydrated, avoid the misuse of over-the-counter painkillers without doctors prescription.
He also highlighted the danger of ignoring early signs of kidney problems, adding that by the time symptoms become noticeable, the disease is often at an advanced stage.
“Regular health screening is not a luxury—it’s a necessity,” he emphasized. “Early detection can mean the difference between life and death.”
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Through his company, Dr. Caesar has championed the use of food supplements in managing conditions such as kidney disease, liver problems, diabetes, and infertility. His approach has brought relief to thousands both in Ghana and abroad, particularly those seeking alternative or complementary treatments.
About M.Y Caesar Company Limited
Headquartered in Kumasi, M.Y Caesar Company Limited is a leading natural health and wellness center known for its food supplements and holistic health approach. The company’s mission is to restore health and hope to individuals and families through safe, natural remedies.
