Preventive healthcare is not about doing more tests; it is about choosing the right tests at the right age. Across India, many people either delay basic health screening or spend heavily on so-called “full-body checkups” that offer little real benefit. Medical experts warn that unnecessary testing can increase anxiety, lead…
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Weekly Exercise Key to Controlling Blood Pressure
A new study highlights that maintaining at least five hours of moderate exercise weekly from young adulthood significantly lowers the risk of developing hypertension in later life. Conducted across four US cities with more than 5,100 participants, the research emphasizes that consistent physical activity is essential for heart health and…
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AHA Issues New BP Guidelines for Young Adults
The American Heart Association (AHA), in collaboration with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and other medical bodies, has updated its high blood pressure (BP) guidelines for the first time since 2017. The new recommendations, released on September 8, 2025, emphasize early prevention and treatment, particularly for young adults in…