GEM Hospital Launches Free Liver Health Screening for Police Personnel
Chennai: GEM Hospital, Asia’s first dedicated tertiary healthcare center in Gastroenterology and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, has launched a Free Liver Health Screening Camp exclusively for police personnel to mark World Hepatitis Day. The initiative was inaugurated by Pakerla Cephas Kalyan, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police, South Zone – Greater Chennai Police.
Key Highlights
- Free Liver Health Screening: The camp offers complimentary liver health checks, consultations, and guidance on liver disease prevention and management.
- LIV 24/7 Support: GEM Hospital announces LIV 24/7 on Call – around-the-clock Liver care support for the general public in the city.
- Expert Team: The on-site expert hepatology team includes Dr. P. Senthilnathan, Surgical Gastroenterologist, Dr. Vinoth Kumar, Medical Gastroenterologist, and Dr. Magnus Jayaraj, Transplant Surgeon.
Importance of Liver Health Screening
Dr. C. Palanivelu, Chairman of GEM Hospital, emphasized the importance of timely screening, saying, “Liver disease often goes undetected until advanced stages. With timely screening, we can make a real difference.” The World Health Organization estimates that over 304 million people globally live with hepatitis B and C, yet only 10% of them are aware of their infection status.
Details of the Free Liver Health Camp
- Date: From July 28 onwards
- Time: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Venue: GEM Hospital, 227/2c, MGR Road, Perungudi, Chennai-600096
- Contact: +91 9500200600
Dr. S. Asokan, CEO of GEM Hospital, said, “We are committed to advancing liver health for all. Police officers are often exposed to irregular routines, high stress, and limited access to preventive care—all risk factors for liver disease.” The hospital aims to build awareness and promote proactive liver health management through this initiative.
