Everyone knows that exercise is good for you, and now that there are so many different ways to work out, almost anyone can find something they like. In the pursuit of fitness, people push themselves to the limit, often unaware of the thin line between beneficial exercise and dangerous exertion. This line becomes particularly blurred…
Recognizing the differences is not just crucial for medical professionals but also the general public, given the implications for immediate treatment Dr Niranjan Hiremath is a senior consultant cardiovascular, aortic surgeon and the surgical lead of the Apollo Hospital differentiates between heart attack and cardiac arrest As India grapples with an escalating number of heart-related…
The findings are based on the results of fifteen studies from 50 countries, including Brazil, China, Egypt and India. (Image: Shutterstock) The study shows heart attacks among women aged 35 to 54 increased from 21 per cent to 31 per cent between 1995 and 2014. Women suffer worse outcomes when diagnosed with and treated for…
Eating a salt-free diet can reduce your risk of cardiovascular diseases like heart attack and stroke by almost a fifth, finds a study. According to the study, led by researchers from the Kyungpook National University Hospital in South Korea, people who always add salt to their foods are 22 per cent more likely to suffer…
In our fast-paced world, the silent assailant of chronic stress has become an ever-present concern, with repercussions that extend beyond mental well-being. A growing body of research is shedding light on the intricate relationship between chronic stress and its potentially devastating impact on heart health. While stress is a natural response to challenging situations, prolonged…
According to research presented at the ESC Congress 2023, middle-aged persons with three or more harmful features, such as a slightly elevated blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, and waist circumference, experience heart attacks and strokes two years earlier than their peers. “Many people in their 40s and 50s have a bit of fat around the…
According to a recent research from the American Heart Association that offers guidance against engaging in recreational activities in mountainous regions, visiting high-altitude sites may be risky for those with high blood pressure or certain cardiac problems. Serious and even deadly consequences including sudden cardiac death, which can happen during the first 24 hours…
In recent years, there has been a concerning uptick in heart problems among young individuals, raising alarms among healthcare professionals and researchers alike. Factors contributing to this troubling trend include sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy dietary habits, and escalating stress levels. The rise of technology has led to decreased physical activity, while a preference for processed foods…
Unaddressed stress can impact both mental and physical health, said health experts here on Monday amid the recent news of the chilling deaths of three pilots due to sudden cardiac arrest. In the last week, two Indian pilots died 24 hours apart. An IndiGo captain died after collapsing at a boarding gate in Nagpur and…
In today’s fast-paced life, many of us are grappling with a severe shortage of time, leading to a more sedentary lifestyle. This lack of physical activity and the proliferation of unhealthy food options have contributed to a surge in lifestyle-related ailments. Predominantly, conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases have become increasingly prevalent….