Bengaluru, September 27, 2026: To raise public awareness about heart health on the occasion of World Heart Day, Medicover Hospitals, Bengaluru, organised the ‘Medicover Love Your Heart 2.0 – Walk for a Healthier Heart’ walkathon at the Medicover Hospitals campus.
The walkathon commenced from Medicover Hospitals and proceeded towards Nexus Shantiniketan Mall. Doctors, staff, healthcare workers and members of the public participated enthusiastically, spreading awareness about the importance of regular walking, physical activity and a healthy lifestyle. Senior doctors from the hospital, residents of several apartment communities in the Whitefield and Hoodi areas, representatives of various organisations, and students also participated in the programme.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Siddareddy, Regional Director, Medicover Hospitals, said, “To maintain a healthy heart, it is important to make a healthy lifestyle a part of our daily lives. Regular walking and physical activity, a balanced diet, stress management and regular health check-ups are very important for heart health. Through the ‘Medicover Love Your Heart 2.0’ walkathon, we are not only creating awareness about heart health but also conveying the message that everyone should take an active step towards their own health.”
The chief guest of the programme, Dr. Patrick Rajkumar, Coach of the Indian Blind Cricket Team, said, “Sports and physical activities help improve not only physical fitness but also overall health. Incorporating simple physical activities such as walking into daily life is possible for everyone. People should adopt an active lifestyle for a healthy heart. This walkathon organised by Medicover Hospitals is a meaningful initiative to create awareness about health.”
Participants of the walkathon spread the message: “Walk • Raise Awareness • Protect Your Heart – ನಡೆಯಿರಿ • ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಮೂಡಿಸಿ • ನಿಮ್ಮ ಹೃದಯವನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಿಸಿ.”
Regular physical activity, healthy eating habits, avoiding smoking, keeping blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels under control, and seeking medical advice when required are important for maintaining heart health.
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