Experts Warn Prolonged Sitting May Increase Blood Clot Risk in Young People
Vascular specialists at the VSI-ASVS 2026 conference in New Delhi warned that prolonged sitting during activities like gaming, binge-watching, or online classes may increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and venous thromboembolism (VTE) in young people. While not directly causing blood clots, extended inactivity can slow leg blood flow, raising clot risk, especially among those with additional factors like obesity or dehydration. A 2024 meta-analysis found sedentary behavior increases VTE risk by about 24%, with a 2% rise per extra hour seated daily.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 42/100.
Outlets measured: news18, indiatoday. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 9 Oct, 09:02 am. Other outlets followed.
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