Nashik Emerging as Medical Hub, Minister Bhujbal Declares

Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal announced Nashik's potential to become a medical hub, citing the influx of big hospitals. Speaking at a conference organized by the Indian Stroke Association, he highlighted the rise in lifestyle diseases. Experts emphasized the importance of awareness and care for stroke prevention and management.

Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal has announced that Nashik is set to emerge as a major medical hub, thanks to the arrival of several big hospitals. He made these remarks during the Stroke – Master Class 2024 workshop, organized by the Indian Stroke Association (ISA) in collaboration with the Association of Physicians of India (API), Nashik chapter.

Bhujbal pointed out that the current generation is increasingly falling prey to lifestyle diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure at a young age. He stressed that timely treatment could save many lives.

Dr. Nirmal Surya, president of ISA, identified blood pressure, sugar, and cholesterol as major contributors to strokes, noting that paralysis is the third leading cause of death. Dr. Arvind Sharma, secretary of ISA, discussed the 'Mission Brain Attack' campaign, which aims to create awareness and provide comprehensive care for stroke patients. The event saw participation from at least 200 local physicians.