September 29, 2026 4:22 PM
World Heart Day 2026: Don’t miss a beat as silent heart risks continue to claim millions
A heart problem does not always announce itself with dramatic chest pain. Sometimes it can remain unnoticed until a heart attack or stroke occurs. This hidden nature of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is at the centre of World Heart Day 2026, being observed on September 29 with the World Heart Federation’s (WHF) “Don’t Miss a Beat” campaign. The campaign calls attention to symptoms that may be overlooked, while encouraging people to protect their cardiovascular health and seek medical atte...