India, March 13 -- Mental and physical health do not exist in isolation. They are intertwined and deeply interconnected in more ways than one. Stress is one of the most common factors that upset mental health. Although it's necessary, everyone encounters stress in their daily life, a required response to any threatening situation at present. But prolonged stress is also widely known as a silent killer, affecting not only mental wellbeing but also physical health.

On World Kidney Day, observed on March 13, with the theme "Are your kidneys OK? Detect early, protect kidney health," the focus is on spreading awareness about kidney health and its symptoms. It is also important to recognise how chronic stress poses a threat to kidney health. ...