From the Editor's Desk
Dr. Saravana Bharathy. S. P
Internal Medicine
On World Heart Day, Let’s Listen to What Our Body Tells Us.
As we observe World Heart Day on September 29, it is worth remembering that caring for our heart is not something we begin after a cardiac event. It begins much earlier, with awareness, regular health checks and attention to the signs our body gives us.
As a physician, I often see patients who have become accustomed to symptoms such as breathlessness, palpitations, fatigue or dizziness, without realising that these may warrant medical evaluation. Heart health is also closely connected with other aspects of our health, including diabetes, cholesterol, kidney function, blood pressure, weight and lifestyle. Understanding these factors early allows us to identify risks and take timely action.
This September, our focus on preventive health extends even beyond the heart. Persistent headaches deserve appropriate evaluation, while recurring knee pain and mobility concerns should not simply be accepted as a part of ageing. Hernias may require timely surgical assessment, even when symptoms appear manageable.
For women, concerns such as PCOS and abnormal uterine bleeding deserve attention rather than being normalised. And for older adults, regular comprehensive health assessments can help identify health concerns early and support healthier ageing.
World Heart Day is therefore a reminder of a much larger principle: prevention begins with paying attention.
I encourage you to know your health risks, recognise changes in your body and seek medical advice when something feels different from your usual. A timely consultation or health check can often provide clarity and, when needed, an opportunity to act early.
At Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, we remain committed to comprehensive, multidisciplinary care that supports preventive health and timely intervention across every stage of life.
This World Heart Day, let us make our health something we listen to, not something we wait to lose.
