Sudden deaths in Hassan: Drivers a high-risk group, says health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao; experts advise cardiac screening, CPR training

Sudden deaths in Hassan: Drivers a high-risk group, says health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao; experts advise cardiac screening, CPR training

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Investigations into sudden deaths among young adults in Hassan, Karnataka, have spotlighted auto and cab drivers as a high-risk group. Health officials plan screenings due to factors like lifestyle, pollution, and irregular sleep. While overall deaths haven't spiked, concern remains for those under 45, prompting recommendations for autopsies, CPR training, and cardiac screenings.

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