Apollo Hospitals has released its fifth Health of the Nation (HoN-2025) Report, highlighting an urgent need for India to move from a symptom-driven healthcare system to a preventive care model. The report, based on more than 2.5 million health screenings across the country, uncovers a silent epidemic of undiagnosed chronic illnesses.
Key Findings of HoN-2025
- Silent Risks in Healthy Individuals:
- 26% were found hypertensive.
- 23% had diabetes despite showing no symptoms.
- Fatty Liver Epidemic:
- 65% of screened individuals had fatty liver disease.
- 85% of these cases were non-alcoholic, showing that lifestyle and dietary patterns are the main triggers.
- Heart Health Concerns:
- 46% of asymptomatic people had early signs of atherosclerosis.
- Even those under 40 years showed cases of obstructive coronary artery disease.
- Post-Menopausal Health Risks:
- Diabetes increased from 14% to 40% after menopause.
- Obesity rose from 76% to 86%.
- Fatty liver cases climbed from 54% to 70%.
- Youth Health Warning:
- 28% of college students were overweight or obese.
- 19% were already pre-hypertensive, signaling early onset of lifestyle diseases.
- Vitamin D Deficiency:
- 77% of women and 82% of men were deficient.
- Mental Health & Sleep Disorders:
- 6% showed signs of depression.
- 24% were at high risk of obstructive sleep apnea.
Preventive Care Through Apollo’s ProHealth Program
Apollo’s ProHealth Program, designed to encourage lifestyle changes, has shown measurable impact:
- 59% reduced HbA1C levels (diabetes management)
- 51% lowered blood pressure
- 47% achieved weight loss through structured follow-ups and behavioral interventions
Why This Matters
India is facing a surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver, and hypertension. The HoN-2025 report stresses that waiting for symptoms delays treatment, and adopting preventive healthcare is the only way to reduce long-term disease burden.
With early screening, lifestyle management, and personalized healthcare, India can build a stronger foundation for public health and wellness in the coming decades.
