World Heart Day: Heart Disease Risks & Golden Hour Care | Dr. Prakash Raj Regmi

29th September 2026, Kathmandu

Cardiovascular disease has emerged as one of the most pressing public health challenges in Nepal. According to senior cardiologist Dr. Prakash Raj Regmi , heart disease cases across the nation have increased fivefold over the past two decades , now impacting approximately 30% of the population and causing more than 30,000 deaths annually .