Don't miss a beat: Heart ailments in young women on the rise, shows data

Digital healthcare platform Practo saw a 215 per cent increase in total consultations related to cardiovascular health

Medical professionals are expressing growing concerns about the increasing risk of heart disease among young women. This alarming trend is attributed to factors such as lifestyle changes and heightened stress levels. While common risk factors for heart disease affect both genders, women face additional and unique risks.

The digital health care platform Practo has witnessed a 215 per cent increase in total consultations related to cardiovascular health, with women in the age group of 25-34 contributing to the largest number of consultations, accounting for 57 per cent.

Sarita Rao, a senior interventional cardiologist and director of Cathlab at Apollo Hospital