India's Health Crisis: Rising Non-Communicable Diseases and Mental Health Concerns
India has been declared the "cancer capital of the world" due to a significant surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with one in three Indians being pre-diabetic, two in three pre-hypertensive, and one in 10 experiencing depression. The Health of Nation Report by Apollo Hospitals highlights the concerning rise of NCDs in India, particularly cancer, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health issues, with the country experiencing the fastest increase in cancer cases. The report emphasizes the importance of regular health screenings to mitigate the risk of cardiac-related ailments and forecasts a potential increase in healthcare burdens due to these conditions occurring at younger ages.