India, Oct. 13 -- Heart-related diseases are at an all-time high. Young adults, particularly, are more at risk. As per the World Heart Federation, up to 80 per cent of premature cardiovascular (CVD) deaths are preventable. This demonstrates the importance of awareness regarding the various cardiovascular issues affecting the youth today.

One of the alarming concerns lately is sudden cardiac death (SCD). Dr Bipeenchandra Bhamre, consultant cardiac surgeon at Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai, told HT Lifestyle that it is a major concern and that the youth are most impacted by it.

"Cases of sudden cardiac death are rising in India, causing a burden on the healthcare system. Many youngsters are also losin...