Modern Lifestyle: The Rising Threat for Heart Disease Among Youth, Cardiologist Explains

• Early-onset myocardial infarction (MI) affects 4%-10% of patients under 45, especially in middle- and high-income groups.
• Deaths from heart attack complications in 15-44 year olds are rising over the past two decades.
• Stress, anxiety, depression, and demanding work patterns significantly impact cardiovascular health, increasing heart attack risk by 30%-50% in youngsters.
• Increased screen time, sedentary lifestyles, and poor sleep lead to obesity, high blood pressure, and heart problems.
• Youngsters aged 25-40 show higher metabolic risks like high BMI, hypertension, hyperlipidaemia, and diabetes, which are largely preventable.