Leading Cardiologists Dr. Sanjay and Dr. Majid Highlight Rising Concern of High Blood Pressure Among Children; Share Valuable Guidance for Parents
Gurdaspur, May 17, 2025 – Abrol Hospital (A Unit of EMC Hospitals), Gurdaspur, organized a special awareness session titled “Protecting Young Hearts: A Parent Guide to Hypertension” with the goal of educating parents about the growing incidence of high blood pressure (hypertension) among children and adolescents. The initiative focused on spreading awareness about early prevention, detection, and treatment of childhood hypertension, an often-overlooked yet emerging health concern.
Renowned cardiologists Dr. Sanjay and Dr. Majid were the keynote speakers at the event. Both experts expressed deep concern over the rising number of young patients being diagnosed with hypertension – a condition once considered to affect only adults. They attributed this trend to changing lifestyle habits, poor dietary choices, obesity, increasing stress levels, and excessive screen time among children.
“Parents must realize that the foundation of a child’s heart health is laid during childhood,” said Dr. Sanjay. “Frequent consumption of junk food, lack of physical activity, and prolonged screen exposure directly contribute to elevated blood pressure. Hypertension in children is a silent threat – it often progresses without obvious symptoms, yet significantly impacts overall health.”
Dr. Majid elaborated on the symptoms that parents often overlook in children, which could be early signs of hypertension. These include headaches, fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, and disturbed sleep patterns. He emphasized the importance of routine health checkups, especially for children with a family history of heart disease or high blood pressure.
The session also highlighted simple but impactful lifestyle changes that families can implement, such as adopting a natural and balanced diet, encouraging daily physical activity, and fostering a stress-free home environment.
An interactive session followed the talks, where parents engaged directly with the experts, asking personal health-related questions and receiving practical advice. The discussion revealed a widespread lack of awareness in society about childhood hypertension – underlining the critical need for such educational initiatives.
Representatives of Abrol Hospital stated that beyond providing advanced medical care, the hospital is committed to community health education and proactive wellness programs. “Our mission is not only to treat diseases but also to prevent them by empowering people with the right knowledge,” said a hospital official.
The event witnessed participation from school teachers, parents, healthcare workers, and youth from across the city. Attendees appreciated the hospital’s efforts, and the management announced plans to scale up such awareness campaigns in the future to ensure a healthier future for coming generations.
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