Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru emerging as Heart Disease hotspots: Apollo Report - Video

Heart diseases are rising alarmingly in India, with many unaware of hidden risks like artery calcification, fatty liver, and sleep apnea, reveals Apollo Hospitals’ Health of the Nation 2025 report. The World Health Organization states cardiovascular diseases cause 17.9 million deaths annually worldwide, yet many are preventable with lifestyle changes and early detection. Apollo’s study highlights Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru as heart disease hotspots where conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and coronary artery disease are prevalent, often affecting young adults, reports Financial Express.

Post-menopausal women face heightened risks and vitamin deficiencies like D and B12 can exacerbate fatigue and inactivity. Cardiologists emphasizes the emerging connection between gut health and heart function, linking gut microbiome imbalances to inflammation and heart disease and advocate for fiber-rich diets, prebiotics, and probiotics to support heart health. Furthermore, they urge regular screenings, balanced nutrition, and staying active to combat this silent epidemic, particularly in metro cities where lifestyle factors increase risks significantly.