In response to the alarming rise in heart disease among young Indians, Medanta – The Medicity, India’s top-ranked private hospital, launched its national heart health campaign Mission Save Heart in Guwahati. The initiative, led by eminent cardiologist Dr. R. R. Kasliwal, Chairman of Clinical & Preventive Cardiology at Medanta, aims to raise awareness on hypertension, sleep apnea, and their link to cardiovascular disease.
At a Continuing Medical Education (CME) event held in the city, Dr. Kasliwal highlighted that cardiovascular conditions now account for nearly one-fourth of all diseases in India, particularly driven by “4 Hs”—heart attack, hypertension, heart failure, and heart muscle disease. With India witnessing a surge in heart attacks in adults aged 40–69, he stressed the need for early diagnosis, community education, and increased access to quality care.
Guwahati is witnessing a growing demand for advanced cardiac treatment, especially among the younger working population. Health experts believe that proactive campaigns like Mission Save Heart are crucial to improving lifestyle awareness and bridging care gaps in the Northeast. Medanta, with its vast network of hospitals and over 1,850 doctors, is engaging local communities nationwide in preventive cardiac care.
