Chennai walkathon promotes heart health ahead of World Heart Day

A five-kilometer walkathon took place in Chennai on Sunday to spread awareness about heart health, physical activity, and preventive care. The event was held ahead of World Heart Day. Named the 'SIMS Rhythm of Life' walkathon, the walk began from the SIMS Hospital premises located in Vadapalani. Raju Sivasamy, the vice-president of SIMS Hospital, flagged off the event alongside K. Jai Shankar, senior director and senior consultant in cardiology, and T.S. Srinath, director and senior consultant in cardiology. The official theme for this year is 'Heart diseases can hide in plain sight: Don't miss a beat'.