. NEW DELHI: Most men in their thirties don’t see heart disease as a real threat. New research suggests that may be exactly when it begins.A large, long-term study published in Journal of American Heart Association shows that by the mid-30s, men’s risk of heart disease starts rising faster than women’s – years before any warning signs appear. Tracking over 5,000 adults for more than three decades, researchers found a clear divergence around age 35, after which men’s risk climbs faster and stays higher through midlife.Men reached a 5% incidence of cardiovascular disease about seven years earlier than women. The gap was even wider for coronary heart disease, where risk appeared more than a decade earlier, pointing to early damage in blood vessels. Notably, the difference persisted even after accounting for factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity and physical activity.Experts say this mirrors a growing concern in India. Dr Ambuj Roy, professor of cardiology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, said heart disease can no longer be viewed as a middle-age condition. “Risk factors are now appearing as early as the 30s, and since Indians develop cardiovascular disease earlier, screening for diabetes, hypertension and abnormal lipids must begin sooner,” he said.Experts also caution that the findings – based on a western cohort – may underestimate risks in Indian population. Dr Mohit Gupta of Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research said cardiovascular risk in South Asians often surfaces even earlier. While men tend to develop coronary disease sooner, women’s risk rises sharply after menopause and is often missed. “The key message is not about men versus women, but about missed prevention,” he said, calling for screening and risk awareness to begin in the thirties or earlier.Current screening guidelines typically focus on those aged 40 and above.For women, the pattern is different – lower risk in early adulthood followed by a sharp rise after menopause, narrowing the gap over time.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBig Reveal: ISI Behind Chandigarh Attack, Global Terror Links Surface”Living In Fear”: Indian Family In Bahrain Amid Escalating Iran War‘Genius Move’: Ex-US Pilot Hails India’s Ploy To Use Rafale Decoys In Op Sindoor To Fool PakistanIndia Buys Iranian Oil After 7 Years, No Payment Hurdles Reported“Violation Of Article 21”: Owaisi Slams UCC, Says It Interferes With Religious FreedomAmid Strait Of Hormuz Tensions, Iran Calls India A ‘Cherished Partner’ As Ships Transit Safely‘Three Allegations, Zero Truth’: Raghav Chadha Counters AAP After Shock Deputy Leader Snub‘Came Through Solidly’: S Jaishankar Flags Global Risks, Says India Emerged Resilient Amid CrisisIran War, LPG Crisis Row Expose Congress Rift As Leaders Counter Rahul Gandhi’s Stand OpenlyIndia Navigates Hormuz Crisis With New Route As UN Resolution On Shipping Hits Major Roadblock123Photostories7 pricey ingredients you can easily make at homeLord Ganesha mantras that you should chant everyday’Friends’, ‘Breaking Bad’, ‘The Office’ and more: Iconic TV quotes and catchphrases that became a part of everyday lifeFive funniest sitcom characters ever: George Costanza, Michael Scott and moreEarly cancer symptoms that often feel harmless: Warning signs people ignore and when to see a doctorTop 5 areas in Kochi for residential living and property investment11 iconic Indian dishes that have a cult following across the country7 Paulo Coelho quotes that will change the way you think about love6 simple hacks to reduce your induction cooking billBuying your first diamond? 5 golden rules you absolutely need to know123Hot PicksPakistan Petrol CrisisRuturaj GaikwadKick StreamerShashi TharoorStephen CurryPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingAllahabad High CourtOrissa High CourtTamil nadu pollsBengal PollsAnil RathodToll PaymentRaghav ChaddaHailee SteinfeldSchool Holidays in AprilIran war news
NEW DELHI: Most men in their thirties don’t see heart disease as a real threat. New research suggests that may be exactly when it begins.A large, long-term study published in Journal of American Heart Association shows that by the mid-30s, men’s risk of heart disease starts rising faster than women’s – years before any warning signs appear. Tracking over 5,000 adults for more than three decades, researchers found a clear divergence around age 35, after which men’s risk climbs faster and stays higher through midlife.Men reached a 5% incidence of cardiovascular disease about seven years earlier than women. The gap was even wider for coronary heart disease, where risk appeared more than a decade earlier, pointing to early damage in blood vessels. Notably, the difference persisted even after accounting for factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity and physical activity.Experts say this mirrors a growing concern in India. Dr Ambuj Roy, professor of cardiology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, said heart disease can no longer be viewed as a middle-age condition. “Risk factors are now appearing as early as the 30s, and since Indians develop cardiovascular disease earlier, screening for diabetes, hypertension and abnormal lipids must begin sooner,” he said.Experts also caution that the findings – based on a western cohort – may underestimate risks in Indian population. Dr Mohit Gupta of Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research said cardiovascular risk in South Asians often surfaces even earlier. While men tend to develop coronary disease sooner, women’s risk rises sharply after menopause and is often missed. “The key message is not about men versus women, but about missed prevention,” he said, calling for screening and risk awareness to begin in the thirties or earlier.Current screening guidelines typically focus on those aged 40 and above.For women, the pattern is different – lower risk in early adulthood followed by a sharp rise after menopause, narrowing the gap over time.
