Heart attacks

During a heart attack the blood supply that normally nourishes the heart with oxygen is cut off and the heart muscle begins to die. This usually happens when there is a blockage in any one of the main arteries and reduces or restricts blood flow.

Walking or cycling to work may reduce heart attack risk

Posted By IANS, December 23, 2019 at 10:08am

The researchers acknowledged that the big risk factors for heart disease are a lack of exercise, being overweight, smoking and diabetes. They suggest walking or cycling to work to reduce risk of heart attack.
More young women are prone to heart diseases, we must know why

Posted By Sukriti Shahi, October 07, 2019 at 12:56pm

Heart diseases were once considered old-men problem, but the scenario is changing. The rate of women getting heart attacks under the age of 40 is rapidly increasing.
Researchers discover new molecule that can improve heart attack recovery

Posted By ANI, August 20, 2019 at 08:26am

According to a study published in the JAHA: Journal of the American Heart Association, alphaCT11 molecule is effective in protecting hearts from an ischemic injury similar to those occurring during a heart attack.
Mission Delhi: Treatment of heart attack under 10 minutes

Posted By IANS, July 19, 2019 at 11:18am

Mission Delhi programme, started by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) along with the All India institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) will up the survival rate of heart patients.
Risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular ailments in youth

Posted By Editorial Team, May 29, 2019 at 02:37pm
Heart attacks more severe in morning than night

Posted By IANS, May 19, 2019 at 10:39am

A new study published in the journal Trends in Immunology, has revealed that time of the day affects severity of afflictions, ranging from allergies to heart attacks.
Top 5 biomarkers of a myocardial infarction and other heart ailments

Posted By Editorial Team, May 13, 2019 at 06:54pm

New research has discovered an AI-based method to predict the future risk of a myocardial infarction or heart attack with 90 per cent accuracy. Here are other factors that you need to monitor to assess your risk of this fatal condition.
Statins: Get your facts right

Posted By Editorial Team, May 13, 2019 at 03:42pm

You will come across a lot of confusing information about statins. Here we shed light on some important facts about these cholesterol lowering drugs.
Machine learning could predict death or heart attack with over 90 per cent accuracy

Posted By ANI, May 13, 2019 at 10:36am

According to a study presented at The International Conference on Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiac CT (ICNC) 2019, machine learning algorithms can potentially predict heart attack or death with 90 per cent accuracy.
Myocardial Infarction: Herbs for the heart at risk

Posted By juhi kumari, April 27, 2019 at 11:38am
Novel adhesive patch may reduce heart attack damage: Study

Posted By IANS, April 20, 2019 at 11:05am

According to a new study published in the journal Nature Biomedical Engineering, a patch made from a water-based hydrogel material and can be placed directly on the heart to prevent left ventricular remodelling -- a stretching of the heart muscle.
Here is how shift work can affect your overall health

Posted By Editorial Team, April 04, 2019 at 12:33pm
7 common cardiovascular diseases decoded

Posted By Juhi Kumari, April 01, 2019 at 03:55pm

While a new research has revealed that working in shifts can increase your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, here we give you a low-down on the common conditions that this umbrella term covers.
Know why youngsters are at an increased risk of heart attacks

Posted By Editorial Team, March 11, 2019 at 01:10pm

A new study found that people who are below the age of 40 are more prone to heart attacks.
Heart attacks rising among young adults, reveals study

Posted By IANS, March 11, 2019 at 08:06am

According to a new study, heart attacks are not only common in older people but young adults as well. So, to keep them at bay, it is essential to swear by a healthy lifestyle. Staying physically fit, opting for a well-balanced diet and regulating your blood pressure may help.
High-fat diet in elderly can lead to diabetes or heart failure: Study

Posted By Agencies, March 03, 2019 at 12:01pm

As per the findings of a study published in the FASEB Journal, obesity-generating diet can lead to various health issues in elderly people ranging from high blood sugar levels to heart failure.
Being absentminded can indicate a silent stroke, reveals study

Posted By Agencies, February 06, 2019 at 07:16pm

If you are frequently losing train of thoughts or often becoming sidetracked, this maybe a sign of a condition known as "silent stroke" a major cause of dementia and stroke, claims a study published in the journal Neurobiology of Ageing.
Do you know these common warning signs of heart attacks?

Posted By Editorial Team, February 06, 2019 at 04:01pm

Your heart is telling you something, pay attention. In a matter so sensitive, every minute counts. Take notice of the warning signs of heart attacks, because caution and precaution are your best defence.
Boost your heart health with these exercise regimens

Posted By Editorial Team, January 25, 2019 at 05:56pm

A new research published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise has revealed that lifting weights for less than an hour a week may reduce your risk of getting a heart attack or stroke by 40 to 70 per cent.
Flu vaccine for a healthy heart? Yes, it’s true!

Posted By Ajay Pal Singh, January 14, 2019 at 09:19pm

A new study published in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation showed that flu vaccination can reduce the risk of premature death caused by cardiovascular diseases by 18 per cent.