Heart Attack Rates Surge Among Young Adults

Heart attack rates among young adults in the U.S. have risen significantly, with a 66% increase from 0.3% in 2019 to 0.5% last year for those aged 18-44. This alarming trend, with one in five heart attack patients now under 40, is attributed to factors such as rising obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has been linked to inflammation and increased stress levels. Experts emphasize the role of unhealthy diets and a decline in preventive healthcare visits during the pandemic as contributing factors. In Kashmir, similar trends are observed, where lifestyle changes and substance abuse are also driving up heart attack incidence among youth. Cardiologists warn that the combination of obesity and the pandemic's effects may lead to long-term cardiovascular issues. Overall, the increase in heart attacks among young adults has raised concerns across various demographics, prompting calls for greater awareness and preventive measures.