One in four tribal adults in Odisha has impaired kidney function: ICMR study
A study by the ICMR-National Institute of Health Research found that nearly one in four adults in Odisha's tribal communities has impaired kidney function. The research, which analyzed data from 19,703 adults, revealed that 24.8% suffer from varying degrees of impairment, with higher rates among older individuals and those with unhealthy habits. The findings underscore the need for targeted health interventions in these communities.