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Report Highlights Growing Health Concerns in India
- 06 Apr 2024
On 5th April, 2024, Apollo Hospitals' 4th edition Health of Nation Report revealed concerning rise in Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India.
Key Points
- Prevalence of NCDs: Report indicates significant growth in cancer, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health issues.
- Cancer Concerns: India labeled 'cancer capital of the world' due to escalating cancer incidence compared to global rates.
- Healthcare Burden: Surge in pre-diabetes, pre-hypertension, and mental health disorders projected to increase healthcare burdens.
- Importance of Health Screenings: Regular screenings crucial for managing blood pressure and BMI levels, reducing risk of cardiac ailments.
- Increasing Awareness: More Indians opting for comprehensive health checks, reflecting growing awareness of preventive healthcare.
- Call to Action: Urgent need for interventions to combat NCD epidemic, educate public, and promote preventive healthcare solutions.
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- Andhra Pradesh
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Assam
- Bihar
- Chhattisgarh
- Delhi
- Goa
- Gujarat
- Haryana
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu And Kashmir
- Jharkhand
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Ladakh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Manipur
- Meghalaya
- Mizoram
- Nagaland
- Odisha
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
- Tamil Nadu
- Telangana
- Tripura
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
- West Bengal