India, Aug. 14 -- It is never too early, or too late, to start taking care of your health. As you move through different stages of life, your body changes, and so should your health habits and priorities. Staying on top of regular check-ups, knowing your numbers and making lifestyle adjustments along the way can help with early detection, prevention and better long-term health.

Dr Dmitry Yaranov, a cardiologist and heart-transplant specialist with expertise in advanced heart failure and mechanical circulatory support, has shared five thumb rules for taking charge of your health and protecting your heart through every decade of life. In an Instagram video shared on August 13, the cardiologist emphasises the importance of being proactive a...