Prioritizing Preventive Healthcare in 2025

Updated on: 01 January, 2025 | Mumbai
By IANS

As we enter 2025, a time for celebration also represents a critical moment for reflection on personal health. Medical professionals are increasingly advocating for preventive healthcare amidst rising cases of stress, poor diets, and inactivity.

Ignoring health does not only cause physical issues but also results in significant financial and emotional strains on families, making them vulnerable to preventable health crises.

Prominent healthcare leaders from Hyderabad have come together to highlight methods to safeguard personal well-being and promote healthier living. Their collective message is clear: taking small but consistent steps towards improved health today can prevent serious issues in the future.

Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao, a leading Cardiothoracic Surgeon, points out, ‘Stress and obesity are among the greatest threats to heart health.’ He encourages simple changes such as reducing screen time and increasing physical activity to mitigate these risks and urges individuals to prioritize heart health with diet and exercise.

Similarly, Dr. Gayatri Kamineni, COO and Orthopedic Surgeon, promotes physical activities as beneficial for both joint and heart health. She stresses the importance of shared household responsibilities to break stereotypes and enhance physical activity.

Dr. B. Kishore Reddy, Managing Director of Amor Hospitals, emphasizes the necessity of health insurance amidst soaring medical costs. He urges individuals over 40 to undertake preventive screenings while adopting a healthy lifestyle as a primary defense against major diseases.

Dr. C. Mallikarjuna, a Urologist, cautions against rising health complications among younger populations due to lifestyle choices, advocating for hydration, balanced diets, and stress reduction as preventive measures.

Lastly, Dr. Devanand Kolothodi, Regional CEO at Aster DM Healthcare, reminds everyone that investing in health today will payoff significantly in the future. ‘Let 2025 be the year we invest in our health for a more secure future,’ he states, reinforcing the importance of regular check-ups and mental well-being.

This article draws attention to the critical theme of preventive healthcare as we step into the new year, urging readers to consider their health as a priority for a fulfilling and healthy life.