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Preventive Healthcare Key To Fighting Infectious And Non-Communicable Diseases: Doctors

<span>Preventive healthcare</span> through early screening, healthier lifestyles and greater public awareness is crucial to reducing the burden of both communicable and chronic diseases, doctors said ahead of National Doctors' Day.

National Doctors' Day is observed in India on July 1 to honor the contributions of medical professionals.

Speaking at an event organized by the Illness to Wellness Foundation, Rajesh Bhushan, former Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, said India has made significant strides in expanding access to healthcare and strengthening its treatment infrastructure.

"The next phase of our healthcare journey must focus equally on prevention," Bhushan said.

He stressed that preventive healthcare should become a national priority, supported by regular screening, early diagnosis, healthier lifestyles and greater public awareness.

"Preventive healthcare is not only a public health priority but also an economic imperative for building a healthier and more productive nation," he added.

Prof. (Dr.) Nirmal Kumar Ganguly, former Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said India is battling both infectious diseases and a rapidly growing burden of lifestyle-related illnesses.

"One of the biggest health challenges India faces today is the growing burden of obesity, which is the root cause of many major non-communicable diseases. Preventive healthcare is the most effective way to address both communicable and non-communicable diseases."

India continues to report a high burden of <span>communicable diseases</span> such as tuberculosis, malaria, dengue, cholera, typhoid, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B and hepatitis C, which together account for about 27.5% of the country's disease burden.

At the same time, non-communicable diseases—including obesity, diabetes, hypertension and cancer—are rising rapidly. Around 60% of all deaths in India are caused by NCDs, with nearly 70% of their risk factors linked to unhealthy lifestyles.

<h2>Prevention Can Improve Quality Of Life</h2>

Prof. (Dr.) G. C. Khilnani, Chairman, PSRI Institute of Pulmonary, Critical Care &amp; Sleep Medicine, said preventive healthcare should become part of everyday life through regular health check-ups, balanced nutrition, physical activity, vaccination, good hygiene and timely medical consultation.

Dr. Yash Gulati, Padma Shri awardee and Senior Consultant Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi encouraged people to treat preventive healthcare as a lifelong commitment rather than an occasional health check-up.

"Every step taken towards prevention today reduces the burden of disease tomorrow."

Doctors said adopting a prevention-first approach can significantly reduce the risk of both communicable and chronic diseases. They recommended:

<ul><li>Going for regular health screenings to detect diseases early.</li><li>Exercising regularly, including walking, yoga or other physical activities.</li><li>Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fiber.</li><li>Maintaining a healthy weight to reduce the risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease.</li><li>Getting adequate sleep and manage stress through meditation or relaxation techniques.</li><li>Staying up to date with vaccinations to prevent infectious diseases.</li><li>Maintaining good hygiene, including frequent handwashing and access to safe drinking water.</li><li>Seeking timely medical advice instead of waiting for symptoms to worsen.</li></ul>

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Preventive healthcare through early screening, healthier lifestyles and greater public awareness is crucial to reducing the burden of both communicable and chronic diseases, doctors said ahead of National Doctors' Day.National Doctors' Day is observed in India on July 1 to honor the contributions of medical professionals.Shift Focus On PreventionSpeaking at an event organized by the Illness to Wellness Foundation, Rajesh Bhushan, former Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, said India has made significant strides in expanding access to healthcare and strengthening its treatment infrastructure."The next phase of our healthcare journey must focus equally on prevention," Bhushan said.He stressed that preventive healthcare should become a national priority, supported by regular screening, early diagnosis, healthier lifestyles and greater public awareness."Preventive healthcare is not only a public health priority but also an economic imperative for building a healthier and more productive nation," he added.India Faces A Double 9-0Prof. (Dr.) Nirmal Kumar Ganguly, former Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said India is battling both infectious diseases and a rapidly growing burden of lifestyle-related illnesses."One of the biggest health challenges India faces today is the growing burden of obesity, which is the root cause of many major non-communicable diseases. Preventive healthcare is the most effective way to address both communicable and non-communicable diseases."India continues to report a high burden of communicable diseases such as tuberculosis, malaria, dengue, cholera, typhoid, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B and hepatitis C, which together account for about 27.5% of the country's disease burden.At the same time, non-communicable diseases—including obesity, diabetes, hypertension and cancer—are rising rapidly. Around 60% of all deaths in India are caused by NCDs, with nearly 70% of their risk factors linked to unhealthy lifestyles.Prevention Can Improve Quality Of LifeProf. (Dr.) G. C. Khilnani, Chairman, PSRI Institute of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, said preventive healthcare should become part of everyday life through regular health check-ups, balanced nutrition, physical activity, vaccination, good hygiene and timely medical consultation.Dr. Yash Gulati, Padma Shri awardee and Senior Consultant Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi encouraged people to treat preventive healthcare as a lifelong commitment rather than an occasional health check-up."Every step taken towards prevention today reduces the burden of disease tomorrow."How To Prevent DiseasesDoctors said adopting a prevention-first approach can significantly reduce the risk of both communicable and chronic diseases. They recommended:Going for regular health screenings to detect diseases early.Exercising regularly, including walking, yoga or other physical activities.Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fiber.Maintaining a healthy weight to reduce the risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease.Getting adequate sleep and manage stress through meditation or relaxation techniques.Staying up to date with vaccinations to prevent infectious diseases.Maintaining good hygiene, including frequent handwashing and access to safe drinking water.Seeking timely medical advice instead of waiting for symptoms to worsen.

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