HEART ATTACKS SURGE AMONG INDIAN YOUTH

High stress levels and fast-paced lifestyle pose alarming cardiac risks for India's youth. Rising number of such cases a sign for youngsters to focus on right approach to life

Cases of cardiac arrest have seen a spurt in recent times, but the bigger question is the ability to diagnose and prevent such cases. The surge in rising cases of cardiac and non-communicable ailments has perplexed corporate India as well as the larger medical fraternity.

When Swiggy CEO Rohit Kapoor criticised the hustle culture advocating for a healthier approach to life, many youngsters followed him on social media. But, when it comes to practice, Gen-Z and millennials are more likely to follow odd-health practices than follow preventive measures.

New and rising medical epidemic

Rising non-communicable diseases could be one explanation for these deaths. The World Health Organisation states that non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and chronic lung disease, as collectively responsible for 740/o of deaths globally. These ailments are attributed as the most challenging lifestyle diseases to tackle in the 21st century.