World Heart Day 2026 — “Don’t Miss a Beat”
5 October 2026
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Mehnat Aapki, Guidance Humari
Roz ki Prelims Practice — Experts ke Saath
World Heart Day 2026 — “Don’t Miss a Beat”
Context: World Heart Day is observed every year on 29 September to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), their risk factors and the importance of prevention, early detection and timely treatment. The 2026 campaign theme is “Don’t Miss a Beat”, focusing on symptoms that are often ignored or missed.
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World Heart Day 2026 focuses on recognizing cardiovascular disease symptoms and prevention. Learn about CVD burden, India's NP-NCD approach, and screening programs like Ayushman Arogya Mandirs.
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cardiovascular diseasesWorld Heart DayCVD preventionheart attack symptomshypertension screeningNP-NCD programmeheart health awarenessnon-communicable diseases