Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, June 8: To strengthen their campaign further to aware the common populace about the ill effects of cardiovascular diseases, Head Department of Cardiology GMCH Jammu Dr Sushil Sharma held a day long cardiac awareness cum health check up camp at Shri Vishwakarma Library and Research Center New Plot Jammu. The camp aimed to bridge the gap between medical advice and real-world implementation by making prevention approachable, affordable, and understandable to people from all walks of life. This initiative focuses on promoting the principles of “Life’s Simple 7” (LS7)-a globally recognized framework created by the American Heart Association (AHA) for achieving optimal cardiovascular health.
While interacting with the people, Dr Sushil stated that cardiovascular disease (CVD) stands at the forefront as the leading cause of mortality across the globe. Yet, it remains one of the most preventable conditions through lifestyle modifications and timely intervention. “India faces a growing epidemic of lifestyle diseases, with cardiovascular disease emerging as a leading cause of premature death. Sedentary lifestyles, increasing stress levels, poor dietary habits, and tobacco use have accelerated the burden of heart disease-even among younger age groups,” Dr Sharma said.
He emphasized that “Life’s Simple 7” outlines seven modifiable health behaviors and factors that together form the cornerstone of heart disease prevention. Healthy Diet – A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and fish, with limited processed foods, sodium, and added sugars, supports vascular function and reduces plaque build-up.
“Physical Activity – Engaging in moderate to vigorous physical activity for at least 150 minutes per week strengthens the heart muscle, improves circulation, and controls weight. Maintaining a healthy weight – A normal body mass index (BMI) reduces the burden on the heart and lowers the risk of developing hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia. Smoking Cessation – Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease. Quitting smoking, even after many years, significantly improves cardiovascular outcomes. Blood Sugar Control – Avoiding hyperglycemia helps prevent damage to blood vessels and reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and diabetic heart disease. Blood Pressure Management – Maintaining optimal systolic and diastolic blood pressures is crucial in reducing the risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart failure. Cholesterol Management – Keeping lipid levels in check prevents atherosclerosis and helps maintain clean, flexible arteries,” Dr Sharma said.
Others who were part of the camp include Dr Venkatesh Yellupu and Dr Aditya Sharma. Paramedics and Volunteers include Kamal Sharma, Rajkumar, Ranjeet Singh, Shubham Sharma, Paramveer Singh, Rajinder Singh, Rohit Nayyar, Rahul Vaid, Gourav Sharma, Vikas Kumar, Rajesh Sharma, Maninder Singh and Nirvair Singh Bali.
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