Media Release
Mangaluru, Oct 25: KMC Hospital, B.R. Ambedkar Circle, Mangaluru to organise a World Stroke Day awareness session on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 12 PM to 1 PM at Tower 2, Ground Floor, KMC Hospital, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Circle, Mangaluru. The session will focus on recognising stroke symptoms, responding to medical emergencies and understanding the importance of timely treatment, with the key objective of empowering participants to become certified first responders in stroke emergencies.
Observed under the theme “Every Minute Counts” and the call to action #ActFast, the session aims to equip participants with practical knowledge to identify stroke symptoms and respond appropriately. The programme will address how to recognise warning signs, what to do when a seemingly healthy person suddenly collapses, and how stroke can affect people across age groups. Participants will also learn about the importance of emergency treatment through the acronym BE FAST, which helps identify common stroke warning signs.
KMC Hospital Mangaluru has treated more than 25,000 stroke cases to date and provides comprehensive stroke care round the clock. Its services include Neurology, Neurosurgery, Interventional Radiology, ICU Care and Neuro Rehabilitation, supporting patients across different stages of stroke treatment and recovery.
Speaking ahead of the session, Mr. Pramod Kunder, Hospital Director, KMC Hospital Mangaluru, said, “Stroke care depends heavily on how quickly symptoms are recognised and medical attention is sought. People often lose valuable time because they are unsure how to identify the warning signs or what action to take. Through this awareness session, we want to help people understand the importance of acting fast, recognising stroke symptoms and seeking emergency medical care without delay. Greater awareness can help save lives and reduce the risk of long-term disability.”
The session will include practical discussions on identifying stroke symptoms, responding to sudden collapse and understanding why emergency treatment is critical. Through this initiative, KMC Hospital Mangaluru aims to promote stroke awareness and empower participants to become certified first responders, helping improve the chances of timely intervention and better patient outcomes.
Registration is free but mandatory. Interested participants must register by sending their name via WhatsApp to 91082 33978. The last date for registration is October 27, 2026.
About Manipal Hospital
Manipal Hospitals is one of India’s leading integrated healthcare providers serving ~ 8 million patients annually, focussed on providing accessible, high-quality healthcare services. Manipal’s integrated network today has a pan-India footprint of 50 hospitals with over 13,400 licensed beds across 14 States & Union Territories. The network is India’s largest multispecialty hospital network by bed capacity, supported by a talented pool of 11,000+ doctors and an employee strength of over 25,000.
With a commitment to provide patient-centric care, Manipal Hospitals combines clinical expertise with advanced technology, research and innovation to serve a multitude of patients across the globe. Its continued focus on clinical quality and operational excellence is reflected in its NABH accreditation, with several of its hospitals also accredited by NABL and recognised for its excellence in nursing and emergency care.