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Bengaluru, September 29th, 2025 – On the occasion of World Heart Day 2025, Neuberg Diagnostics has released new insights highlighting the growing cardiometabolic risk among India’s younger population. India currently accounts for nearly one-fifth of global cardiovascular disease (CVD)–related deaths, with national studies estimating a pooled prevalence of around 11% among young Indians. Two major drivers of this crisis are diabetes and dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol levels).
Over the past year, Neuberg Laboratories analyzed more than 12.5 lakh samples for HbA1c (diabetes marker) and lipid profile testing from 7 Indian states (Bangalore, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Kerala). The data reflects customers attending annual health checkups at the lab and may not be representative of the broader population. Within this dataset, 2.2 lakh individuals were aged between 25–35 years. The findings are alarming:
- 13% were already diabetic
- 25% were in the pre-diabetes range
- 28% had abnormally high total cholesterol
A regional breakdown further revealed that diabetes incidence was higher in the South and West (14%) compared to the North (9%), indicating geographic disparities in metabolic health risk. The data was analyzed by Dr. Prajwal A MD, Head of Department, Biochemistry, Neuberg Diagnostics along with the data science team.
“These findings are a wake-up call. The fact that one in eight young adults we tested is already diabetic, and one in four is in the pre-diabetes stage, underscores the silent but fast-moving epidemic of lifestyle diseases in India. Early screening, dietary and lifestyle interventions, and timely clinical care are no longer optional, they are essential to protect the health of our youth and reduce the burden of premature heart disease,” said Dr. Sujay Prasad, Medical Director, Neuberg Diagnostics.
“Preventive health checks are the first line of defense against heart disease. They help uncover risks that would otherwise remain hidden until it’s too late. For India’s youth, this is the most powerful step they can take today to secure a healthier tomorrow,” added Dr. Sujay Prasad.
The theme of World Heart Day 2025 – “Use Heart, Know Heart” – emphasizes the importance of knowing your heart health status before symptoms appear. Preventive health checks are vital because conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension often progress silently, causing damage to the heart and blood vessels without early warning signs. Regular screening helps detect risks such as prediabetes or elevated cholesterol at an early stage, when lifestyle changes and timely interventions can reverse or effectively manage them. Neuberg’s data further highlights that even among the 25–35 age groups, a significant proportion already carry hidden risk factors, reinforcing that heart checks are not limited to older adults. Ultimately, knowing your health numbers – whether it is HbA1c, cholesterol, or blood pressure empowers individuals to take informed steps towards healthier choices and long-term heart protection.
As we mark World Heart Day 2025, Neuberg Diagnostics urges individuals, healthcare providers, and policymakers to prioritize preventive heart health strategies for the younger generation.
