In India, a large number of diseases are prevented, yet many people still want medical care even after the symptoms are visible.

Experts are warning that this reactive approach is putting millions at risk, especially because many serious conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and fatty liver disease, often have no visual symptoms in their early stages.

Executive Vice Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Dr. Preetha Reddy said, “The primary barrier is an underlying mentality that prefer treatment on prevention. Despite increasing awareness, many people still wait for symptoms before demanding care. Changing this cultural habit is a challenge,” Executive Vice President of Apollo Hospitals Dr. Preetha Reddy said, threw light on a deep banged mentality as the greatest barrai for preventive health in India.

The recent health of Apollo’s Nation 2025 report has increased by 150% in preventive health screening in the last five years. However, most people still delay check-up until they feel unwell, do not miss the opportunity to catch health issues early.

“Do not wait for symptoms, give preventive health your priority,” the report has been exposed in the report, indicating that 26% of them had no symptoms of high blood pressure and 23% diabetes in the investigation of them.

One major reason for this delay, Dr. Reddy explained, there is a lack of effective communication connecting preventive care for prolonged health benefits. Many individuals are unaware that conditions such as high blood pressure or fatty liver disease can be managed quickly when detected through simple tests.

“When preventive care is not seen as part of a regular routine, such as regular SIPS in mutual funds that are widely accepted due to a continuous communication program today, it is easy to ignore its importance,” Dr. Reddy said.

Access and strength are also obstacles.

When it comes to access, we have taken deliberate steps to ensure that our advanced clinical equipment are available not only in major cities but also in small cities.

Talking about the integrated care of Apollo, by adding advanced clinical equipment in urban and rural areas, Dr. Reddy said, “Over the years, technological progress has enabled us to streamline these services to community clinics to increase the difference in geographical inequalities from our major hospitals to community clinics.”

Strength is another major focus area. Strategic partnership and health insurance cooperation can make services financially viable for the wider section of the population with a view to promoting preventive healthcare.

The expert said, “Our use of AI-powered risk stratification and data-LED insights ensures that each person gets personal, timely advice. It reduces the need for repeat scans and unnecessary tests,” the expert said.

Another important area that needs immediate attention is that of women’s health, especially after menopause (the period that marks the end of someone’s menstrual cycle).

“Women after menopause face an increase in health risks such as diabetes, obesity and fatty liver disease. For this, age-appointed, gender-sensitive screening programs, regular bone density scans, blood sugar tests and liver function assessments are necessary, Dr. Reddy said.

He said, “It is important to empower women through education and address these issues to ensure cheap care models,” he said.

Mental health and sleep disorders, often ignored, are emerging as a major contributor to poor health. Dr. Reddy suggested simple solutions, which can be embedded without overbird in the current healthcare system. He said, “The use of telemedicine for a brief questionnaire and follow-up during preventive check-ups can help flagged initial issues without drawing resources,” she said.

The message is clear: Many serious health problems can be prevented if people prioritize regular health check -up and initial intervention. Changes in the mindset, from the treatment of disease to prevent it, is important for the creation of a healthy India, Dr. Underlined Reddy.