Medicine’s Salil V. Deo warns early artery damage in young adults raises future cardiovascular risk

80 Percent of 20-Year-Olds Already Have Early Warning Signs for Heart Disease

Epoch Health: Salil V. Deo, professor at the School of Medicine, called evidence of early artery damage in young adults “concerning,” warning that these individuals face a higher future cardiovascular disease risk. He emphasized that the damage can develop silently, much like high blood pressure, underscoring the importance of early screening and prevention.