World's first veg bodybuilder's death sparks calls for heart screenings

In today’s fitness-obsessed culture, many young people equate being fit with being healthy. Hours spent in the gym, strict diets, and high-intensity workouts create an image of peak wellness, but beneath the surface, the heart may be under unseen stress. Experts warn that ignoring routine cardiac check-ups can lead to serious consequences, even for the fittest individuals.

ROUTINE HEART CHECK-UPS: A LUXURY OR A MUST?

Dr. Milan Ghadei, Interventional Cardiologist at Manipal Hospital Bhubaneshwar, explains that most young fitness enthusiasts rarely come in for preventive cardiac screenings. “Unless someone has a family history of heart disease or experiences symptoms like chest discomfort or unusual breathlessness, routine checks are largely reactive rather than proactive,” he says.

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