India’s Tipping Point: Nearly Half the Nation Stands on the Precipice of Health Disaster, GOQii’s 23-24 India Fit Report Unveils
A Dire Warning for India’s Women: The Report Exposes a Health Crisis in the Making
Staggering 35% Spike in Stress Among Indian Women; Work-Related Anxiety Afflicts Over a Quarter of the Population
Lifestyle Diseases Wreaking Havoc-23% of Indians Suffer from High Blood Pressure
Mumbai, April 08, 2024 – In an explosive revelation from GOQii’s “India Fit Report 2024 titled “ľhíiving at Any Age: ľhe Bluepíint foí Healthy Longevity.” a shocking 45% of India’s population hovers dangerously close to being classified as Unhealthy. This alarming statistic underscores a nation on the cusp of a health emergency, juxtaposed with a glimmer of hope for a monumental shift towards collective wellness. The data, derived from over 6 million users, serves as a dramatic wake-up call, signalling an urgent need for transformative action in India’s health and wellness trajectory.
The data indicates a stark health divide, In 2023, a staggering 59% of women were categorized as unhealthy, contrasting with the 40% of men, unveiling a significant health outcome disparity with a particularly distressing spotlight on the wide health gap between genders. The report also showed 16% of women fell into the obese category.
The health gender gap transcends mere numbers; it urgently highlights the necessity for targeted health interventions tailored for women. This underscores a compelling need to actively work towards closing this unjust gap.
Indians Continued to be plagued by Stress
Adding to the grave health situation is the fact that Indians are still continued to be plagued by stress, affecting the physical and mental well-being of individuals across all walks of life. The study exposes a grim reality where 26% of Indians report being trapped in the throes of work-related stress, while financial instability plagues 17% of the population. An even more concerning trend is the sharp rise in stress levels among women, skyrocketing from 25% in 2021 to an alarming 35% in 2023.
The alarming rise in mental health concerns is closely connected to intense performance demands and high expectations common in nmerous professional sectors. The ramifications of enduring such high stress are profound, adversely affecting not only individual mental and physical well-being but also diminishing workplace productivity and impairing personal relationships.
Lifestyle Diseases Wreaking Havoc-23% of Indians Suffer from High Blood Pressure
In addition to stress, lifestyle diseases significantly impact Indians. According to the latest GOQii India Fit Report 23-24, such conditions remain a critical health concern, with high blood pressure affecting 23% of the population.. The report indicates that there has been no respite from lifestyle illnesses. Over the last 3 years they have been consistently there with Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure and Thyroid being the four most common lifestyle problems among people in India.
The World Health Organisation estimates that these lifestyle diseases are responsible for 80% of all deaths worldwide. They are the leading cause of death in the developed world, and the numbers are increasing. Poor lifestyle choices are the main reason for these lifestyle illnesses, which in turn result in the majority of these deaths.
Lifestyle diseases impact people of all ages and from all walks of life. These conditions affect children, adults, and the elderly, however, they are most commonly linked with those in their later years. The senior age group suffers the most from lifestyle-related ailments. Blood pressure is the most common condition in this age group with almost 48% of the population having high blood pressure, followed by diabetes at 38% and cholesterol at 30%.
This report is a clarion call for a sweeping transformation in India’s approach to health and longevity. It’s not just an analysis; it’s a battle plan aimed at guiding the nation towards an era where optimum health and wellness are accessible to all citizens, transforming lofty ideals into tangible realities.
Kicking off with the first chapter that can only be described as a wake-up call, “Secret to Longevity,” the report shatters the illusion of complacency by confronting us with a stark reality: the secret to extending our lifespan and enhancing our quality of life lies in the seemingly mundane choices we make every day. This simple yet powerful truth has the potential to radically increase life expectancy across India. However, it brings to light the urgent challenges posed by our rapidly aging society and the consequent strain on socioeconomic structures.
The first chapter is not just an exploration but a rallying cry for immediate, strategic action to ensure our aging population can enjoy their later years with dignity and independence. It’s a poignant reminder that the health decisions we make today are directly linked to a more fulfilling, healthier life for everyone, tomorrow
Amidst this concerning scenario, the report makes a powerful plea for the adoption of preventive healthcare measures, underlining lifestyle changes and increased awareness of health as critical levers for improving the quality of life and ensuring longer, healthier lives for all citizens. Yet, the data reveals a nation teetering on the edge, with a majority narrowly avoiding severe health risks yet still caught in a web of wellness challenges.
“GOQii’s 2023-24 India Fit Report unveils a critical juncture for our nation’s health, with nearly half of our population teetering on the edge of a health catastrophe. This report serves as a dire warning, especially for the women of India, who are facing an escalating health crisis, evidenced by a 35% spike in stress levels. The pervasiveness of work-related anxiety and lifestyle diseases, with high blood
pressure affecting 23% of our citizens, calls for an immediate, unified response. It’s time we prioritize and implement comprehensive health interventions to safeguard our nation’s future.” – Vishal Gondal, Founder & CEO, GOQii. He further adds, “The ageing Indian population faces the most significant impact from lifestyle diseases, with seniors grappling predominantly with cognitive issues, high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol. The report is a clarion call to action for sweeping changes in India’s approach to health and longevity”.
GOQii’s comprehensive report not only lays bare these issues but also provides a blueprint for change, emphasizing the vital role of preventive healthcare and lifestyle modifications. The data reveals a nation on the cusp of transformation, with the potential to pivot towards a healthier future.
To read more about the India Fit Report 2024, click here: https://www.indiafit.org/
About: GOQii
Founded in 2014 by serial entrepreneur and Gaming Guru, Vishal Gondal, GOQii is empowering consumers globally to lead healthier and better lives. GOQii is a pioneer in wearable based smart- tech-enabled fitness and healthcare. GOQii’s smart-tech-enabled healthcare platform brings together the entire preventive healthcare ecosystem. It’s Smart Health Ecosystem integrates tools for real-time personalized coaching, an explosive high-growth Health e-commerce store, scheduling health check-ups, a health locker, and a unique GOQii Cash program where healthy behaviour is rewarded with cash discounts and insurance discounts based on health management data. Given the state of ‘Sickcare’ delivery infrastructure in India, the company strongly believes that preventive healthcare is the only viable, long-term, mass-market solution. As one of the official partners of the ‘Fit India Movement’ GOQii is a strong supporter of Narendra Modi’s vision of making 1.3 crore Indians fit and healthy. GOQii counts marquee investors like Mitsui, NEA, Megadelta, DSG Consumer Partners, Galaxy Digital, Denlow Investment Trust, Edelweiss, Cheetah Mobile, GWC, Mr Ratan Tata, and Mr Vijay Shekhar Sharma.
