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Aizawl: Mizoram Health Minister Lalrinpuii sounded the alarm on Thursday regarding a spike in sudden deaths among the state's youth. Unhealthy lifestyle choices are driving these fatalities. The minister spoke at the opening of the FK Polyclinic and dialysis centre in Chhinga Veng.
Silent diseases are taking hold. Health experts warn that poor daily habits among young people lead to serious, hidden conditions. Lalrinpuii stressed the necessity of regular medical screenings and proactive healthcare. She pointed to the new facility's ECG and laboratory services as vital tools for spotting trouble early.
Mizoram faces a heavy health toll. The state currently holds the highest cancer incidence rate in India relative to its population. Lalrinpuii specifically blamed the consumption of tobacco and areca nut for the surge. She urged the younger generation to drop these habits immediately.
Kidney disease cases are rising. The minister noted a growing demand for dialysis services to support patients dealing with the aftermath of transplants, hepatitis, and HIV/AIDS. She noted that these health risks make local diagnostic access a priority, stating, "Several diseases were developing silently among young people due to unhealthy lifestyle choices."
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