Karnataka heart attack spike: Doctors advise good exercise, stress-free lifestyle

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  • Karnataka sees sudden spike in heart attacks among youth aged 25–30
  • Jayadeva Hospital warns of high cholesterol, possible links to pollution and adulteration
  • Experts urge lifestyle changes, stress control, and regular heart screenings

Karnataka has witnessed a concerning rise in heart attack cases over the past few days, with several deaths reported among young adults aged between 25 and 30. Health experts are alarmed at the pattern, particularly as many victims had no known risk factors such as diabetes, obesity, or a family history of heart disease.

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Dr. Sadananda, in-charge of the Cardiology Department at Jayadeva Hospital, Bengaluru, stated, “We are seeing young people with no obvious risk factors dying suddenly. Cholesterol levels are unusually high. We are unable to pinpoint the cause. It’s a mystery.”

He pointed to a variety of possible contributors—air pollution, microplastics, adulterated cooking oil, contaminated water, and pesticide-laced produce. “Even COVID-19’s long-term effects cannot be ruled out,” he added, urging the government to initiate a comprehensive scientific study to understand the trend.

Experts emphasize preventive measures such as daily physical activity, regular heart screenings, and lifestyle changes. “Everyone should walk or exercise at least 30 minutes a day, avoid deep-fried and high-sugar foods, and get 7–8 hours of quality sleep,” Dr. Sadananda advised.

The sudden rise in cardiac deaths has sparked a broader conversation about modern lifestyles and environmental toxins, prompting calls for immediate research and public health intervention.

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