Lifestyle Diseases — Biggest Killers In India
eHEALTH|March 2018

Over 61 per cent of all deaths in India are attributed to lifestyle or non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The lifestyle diseases are not only restricted to adults alone but even kids are falling victim, says Dr Anand Bansal, Medical Director, Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, New Delhi, in conversation with Elets News Network (ENN).

Lifestyle Diseases — Biggest Killers In India

Q How Indian healthcare is evolving with the help of latest advanced equipments and technological innovations?

Healthcare industry comprises hospitals, medical devices, telemedicine, medical tourism and health insurance etc. The industry has evolved over the last 10 years and is now beyond paper-based records. The healthcare providers have overcome the technological gap and all records have been switched to electronic mode.

Healthcare has potential to become one of the largest sectors in terms of revenue and employment. India’s healthcare industry is one of the fastest growing sectors and in the coming years it is expected to reach $275 billion.

Medical devices are expected to show higher growth in coming years as a result of rising infectious diseases along with popularity of non-invasive diagnostic practices.

Innovations and latest technologies are need of the hour which will make modern care approachable to rural areas. Healthcare Industry needs to be strengthened further to make it easily accessible in rural areas. Quality and cost-efficient healthcare delivery will make India a leader on globally.

Q Why meditation is needed in present times?

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