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Sri Sri Holistic Hospitals launches heart health initiative with Kondapur Cyclothon

Hyderabad, Sep 27 (UNI) Sri Sri Holistic Hospitals, Masjidbanda, organised a 10-km Cyclothon in Kondapur on Sunday to mark World Heart Day and launch its “Heart Attack Free Society for the Neighbourhood” initiative.
Nearly 200 cyclists, including neighbourhood residents, members of cycling clubs, doctors and hospital staff, participated in the ride organised in partnership with cycling community Bike-O-Holics. The Cyclothon was flagged off at 0630 hours by G Hanmantha Rao, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police.
The initiative also introduced CT Coronary Artery Calcium (CTCAC) Score Screening in Kondapur to help identify calcified plaque in the coronary arteries and assess cardiovascular risk. As part of the initiative, 1,000 eligible residents aged 40 and above were offered the screening free of cost along with a cardiology consultation, subject to eligibility.
The 10-km route covered Aparna Serene, HCU, Gachibowli Junction, AMB Mall and Botanical Garden before returning to the hospital. Finisher medals were distributed to participating cyclists.
Prof Dr V S. Ramchandra, Chief Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist and Chairman of Sri Sri Holistic Hospitals, said the initiative aimed to encourage people to understand their cardiovascular health before symptoms emerged and promote timely evaluation.
Managing Director Dr Tushara Aluri, Medical Director Dr Subbarao and Chief Operating Officer Giri Babu stressed the importance of preventive healthcare, early identification of cardiovascular risks and greater community participation in maintaining heart health.
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