On the occasion of World Heart Day 2025, Omega Hospitals, Gachibowli, organized a 5 kilometer Walkathon and Run with the theme ‘Don’t Miss a Beat.’

The event saw participation from over 550 doctors, healthcare professionals, fitness enthusiasts, and citizens, who came together to spread awareness about heart health and preventive cardiology.

Distinguished guests include Dr. C H Padmaja, Director, Omega Hospitals, A N Ashok Kumar, Additional Commissioner, HYDRA division, Dr. Mahati Priyadarshini, Critical Care Specialist and Medical Director, Omega Hospitals, Dr. Ganesh Mathan, Senior Cardiologist, Dr. Sai Sindhu, Dermatologist, Dr. Vennela Devarakonda, ENT Specialist and Dr. Pravallika Dutta, Neuro Physician.

Dr. Mahati Priyadarshini stressed that daily exercise, quitting alcohol, and regular health check-ups are the best ways to prevent heart disease. Cardiologist Dr. Vikas Reddy Maddali advised that everyone above 30 to 35 years should undergo mandatory heart check-ups.

Dr. Ganesh Mathan highlighted the 2025 theme ‘Don’t Miss a Beat’ reminding that even a few missed heartbeats can be life-threatening, and every heartbeat counts.

Cardiologists Dr. Nagur and Dr. A Rama Krishnudu spoke about lifestyle changes, stress control, and timely health checks as key measures to reduce heart disease.