With the distressing increase in heart problems and cancer cases across all age groups, it is imperative to address the rising burden of heart problems and cancer to reduce the high rates of mortality and morbidity in the country and improve one’s quality of life. On the Occasion of World Health Day, experts advocate pledging to maintain overall well-being by taking various precautionary measures such as diet, exercise, and screening. Remember, ‘Prevention is better than cure. So, take charge of your health without any further delay.
There has been an increase in heart attack deaths over the past three years, possibly linked to the lasting effects of the Covid-19 pandemic in India. Recent data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) indicates 12.5% increase in heart attack cases in 2022 alone. The latest 'Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India' report by the NCRB revealed that 32,457 individuals died due to heart attacks in 2022, a significant rise from the 28,413 deaths reported in the previous year.
