KARACHI, September 29, 2026: The Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) is observing World Heart Day 2026 across its 10 hospitals in Sindh, with activities focused on raising awareness about cardiovascular diseases and encouraging people to adopt healthier lifestyles.
The institute has organized awareness walks, pledge walls and educational sessions at its hospitals. Patients, attendants, healthcare professionals and members of the public are being engaged through activities highlighting the importance of preventing heart disease, recognizing warning signs and seeking timely medical care.
SICVD hospitals have also been illuminated in red to mark the occasion. The initiative aims to highlight the importance of heart health, early recognition of symptoms and timely access to emergency medical treatment.
The institute is also promoting its World Heart Day activities through social and digital media platforms to extend the heart-health awareness message to people across Sindh.
Through its network of 10 hospitals and 30 Chest Pain Units, SICVD continues to provide free cardiovascular healthcare services across the province, bringing life-saving treatment closer to communities.
World Heart Day 2026: Don’t Miss a Beat
The World Heart Federation’s 2026 campaign focuses on recognizing cardiovascular disease symptoms that can sometimes be overlooked or dismissed until it is too late. Cardiovascular diseases remain a major global cause of death, although many related deaths can be prevented or their risk reduced.
The campaign, “Don’t Miss a Beat,” encourages people to recognize warning signs, take steps to protect their heart health and seek timely medical attention when symptoms occur.
According to the World Heart Federation, around 80% of cardiovascular disease deaths are linked to risk factors that can be prevented or controlled. Regular physical activity and healthier dietary choices can contribute to better cardiovascular health.
As part of the campaign, the “Keep the Beat” challenge has also returned, encouraging people to commit to greater physical activity throughout September. Participants can record their activities and share their progress through the World Heart Day campaign’s digital platforms.
The World Heart Day campaign aims to encourage individuals and communities to take practical steps toward preventing cardiovascular disease and maintaining better heart health.