Taking the Fight to the “Silent Killer”.
For Dr. Ashok Hande and others on the frontlines of healthcare, high blood pressure is the nowhere enemy that quietly wages war on our wellness. As Director of Neurosurgery at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, he knows all too well how this so-called “silent killer” can lurk unseen for years before striking.
With no obvious symptoms to sound the alarm, nearly half of those battling hypertension have no idea of the danger their blood pressure numbers pose. By the time issues emerge, serious damage may already be done. That’s why prevention is paramount in Dr. Hande’s view – through small daily lifestyle tweaks, we can shift the odds in our favor.
Recent studies back his assertion that this condition plagues one-third of Indians while mostly flying under the radar. Even more unsettling are findings showing up to 35% of young teens are affected too. With no cure available, health experts stress proactive self-care as the surest path to victory.
Through regular check-ups, monitoring our metrics and adjustments like better diet, exercise and limiting tobacco, we empower ourselves in this silent struggle. As Dr.
Hande passionately shares his wisdom from the frontlines, his message echoes clear – knowledge is power, and together we can overcome even unseen enemies that threaten to diminish life’s beauty. The fight against hypertension needs each of us.
