Heart disease prevention highlighted by medical experts

Medical experts are highlighting the critical importance of preventative measures to combat heart disease, which remains a leading cause of death in regions like Kashmir. Cardiologist Dr. Mohsin Raj Mantoo notes that heart disease often develops silently over decades, with risks beginning as early as a person's twenties. He emphasizes that while treatment for heart attacks and failure is complex and lifelong, prevention through healthy lifestyles and stress management is more manageable.

Experts identify several common daily habits that can quietly damage cardiovascular health. These include excessive sodium intake from processed foods, prolonged periods of sitting, and insufficient sleep caused by late-night phone use. Managing both acute stress, such as workplace conflicts, and chronic stress, such as financial strain, is also vital for maintaining heart health.