STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: Head Department of Cardiology GMCH Jammu Dr. Sushil Sharma and his dedicated team of doctors and paramedics took a commendable initiative by organizing cardiac Awareness cum health check up camp at village Bhatyari area of Bishnah Jammu especially focused on heart rhythm disorders.
The event was strategically planned to coincide with Pulse Day, an initiative supported by the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA), aimed at encouraging people to “Feel the Pulse” and recognize abnormalities in their heartbeat patterns.
The camp attracted a large number of participants, including patients with pre-existing cardiac conditions, elderly individuals, and even young adults who wished to assess their heart health proactively.
While interacting with the people Dr Sushil stated that heart health has always been a critical concern, but in recent years, the alarming rise in heart rhythm disorders, or arrhythmias, has brought new urgency to the discussion.
In an alarming revelation, Dr Sushil said, recent medical reports have indicated that one in three individuals worldwide is at risk of developing a serious heart rhythm disorder, a condition that remains largely under diagnosed and poorly understood.
“Heart rhythm disorders, medically known as cardiac arrhythmias, occur due to malfunctions in the heart’s electrical conduction system, leading to irregular, too fast, or too slow heartbeats. While some arrhythmias are benign, others can escalate into life-threatening conditions such as stroke, heart failure, or sudden cardiac arrest. Given the increasing prevalence of these disorders, medical professionals are raising urgent concerns about the lack of awareness and the need for proactive diagnosis and management. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) has called for immediate action to improve early detection and prevention,” Dr Sushil said.
He elaborated on the significance of heart rhythm disorders, their causes, symptoms, risk factors, and potential complications.
He emphasized that conditions such as atrial fibrillation (AF), ventricular tachycardia, and bradycardia could often go unnoticed until they result in severe consequences. The highlight of his talk was the importance of early detection, lifestyle modifications, and regular heart monitoring.
In addition to medical examinations, Dr. Sharma’s team also guided attendees on lifestyle interventions to maintain a healthy heart rhythm. Dietary advice, stress management techniques, and the importance of regular exercise were discussed in depth.
As the event concluded, Dr. Sushil Sharma addressed the attendees with a powerful message.
He expressed his deep concern over the growing burden of heart rhythm disorders and emphasized that awareness, early detection, and timely medical intervention could significantly reduce mortality and morbidity associated with these conditions.
He urged everyone present to take charge of their heart health by adopting healthier habits, regularly checking their pulse, and seeking medical attention at the first sign of irregularities.
He concluded by stating, “Heart rhythm disorders are silent threats that demand loud awareness. Every heartbeat matters, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that we take proactive steps to safeguard our heart health. Let today be a turning point-let us pledge to be more vigilant and committed to fighting this growing epidemic.”
Prominent members of the area Mukesh Sharma, Ramesh Chander , Sanjay Ganpatya and Ghanishyam Sharma appreciated the efforts of Dr Sushil and his team for accepting their request and conducted cardiac awareness cum health check up camp in their area and shows their heartfelt gratitude.
Others who were part of this camp included Dr Yashwant Sharma, Dr Dhaneshwer Kapoor and Dr Aditya Sharma.
Paramedics and volunteers include Raghav Rajput, Rajkumar, Ranjeet Singh, Maninder Singh, Rohit Nayyar, Vikas Kumar, Gourav Sharma, Rajinder Singh and Nirvair Singh Bali.