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Heart diseases kill 8 people every minute in South-East Asia: WHO
Updated On: 28 September, 2025 11:58 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Major risk factors for CVDs include hypertension, diabetes, tobacco use, alcohol consumption, unhealthy diets high in salt and fats, and physical inactivity
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World Heart Day is observed every year on September 29 to raise awareness about heart diseases. Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: File pic
Heart diseases are the leading cause of deaths in South-East Asia, with the condition claiming the lives of eight people every minute, said the World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday, ahead of World Heart Day.
World Heart Day is observed every year on September 29 to raise awareness about heart diseases and the importance of early detection to save and improve more lives. The theme this year is ‘Don’t Miss a Beat’.
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