Heart disease in India

Unlike cardiovascular disease, which describes problems with the blood vessels and circulatory system as well as the heart, heart disease refers to issues and deformities in the heart itself. Heart disease is considered to be the top most killer claiming maximum lives in the country.

7 common cardiovascular diseases decoded

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.
Low adherence to statin may lead to heart disease

You must be aware that statins may prevent risk of death owing to heart disease. But, according to a new study, only about six per cent patients adhere to the medication, which may tend to raise their risk of major cardiovascular event. Read on to know more about this.
Those exposed to chronic noise pollution have an increased risk of heart disease, warns study

Avoid prolonged exposure to chronic noise pollution as that may ail your heart, shows study.
Follow these tips while having sex with an ailing heart

Are you confused about whether to have or not have sex after a heart procedure? Do not stress out and try out these tips to clear your misconceptions about sex after a heart surgery. It is World Heart Day and you need to get the best knowledge about everything related to heart. Sex too is not an exception.
6 odd reasons that may lead to a heart disease

Did you know early periods, break offs or being lonely put you on a higher risk of having heart attack? If not, here are some of the shocking factors leading to heart attack that you should be aware of.
World Heart Day: These lifestyle modifications can help you keep away from heart diseases

On the World Heart Day we bring before you a handy list of certain lifestyle modifications that may prevent you from a heart disease.
69% of Delhiites with belly fat are at a risk of heart disease, confirms study

The recent survey was done on 837 people and it revealed that belly fat owing to lifestyle changes leads to heart risk.
These odd risk factors of a heart related disease may surprise you

Here are few odd factors that may make increase your risk of getting a heart attack or any kind of heart-related ailments. Know them to prevent your heart from failing.
Your ear crease and height may hint at ailing heart, finds a India based study

Did you know that your ear crease and height can actually tell if you are more prone to develop ischemic heart disease or if you already suffering from it. That is what a study conducted by a Maharashtra based doctor has revealed.
Take frequent breaks during work hours to stay healthy, suggests study

In case you sit for hours on a stretch at office, its time for you start taking short breaks in between and roam around for sometime. A new study has shown how uninterrupted, prolonged sitting at workplace can mess up your health.
Hormone therapies put transgender women at a greater risk of heart related disorders, says study

Heart related disorders are more common among transgender women as they are at a higher risk due to the hormone therapies they undergo, reveals a recent study.
8 astonishing health perks of holy basil

Tulsi leaves helps you fight a gamut of ailments like asthma, stress, heart conditions and fever among other ailments. Have them in stock.
World No Tobacco Day 2018: Everything you want to know about tobacco and the risk of heart disease by an expert

Smoking alone is responsible for nearly 10% of CVDs.
Congenital heart disease: Every Indian should know about this heart birth defect

Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) is the most common type of birth defect. Know more.
Breast cancer survivors three times more at the risk of developing congestive heart failure

Patients who were treated for breast cancer or lymphoma are more than three times at risk of developing congestive heart failure.
New hope for heart diseases and stroke treatments

A new gene that helps grow blood vessels when it senses inadequate blood flow to tissues has been identified.
Patient with his heart on the right side and a rare fatal condition saved through a unique procedure

Narayana Health City gives a new lease of life to a bus conductor from Tamil Nadu who was suffering from a rare heart condition through a unique procedure.
Why diabetics are at a high risk of coronary heart disease

Dr Hemraj Chandalia explains why diabetics are at high risk of coronary heart disease than non-diabetics.
Heart disease is still a huge financial burden on Indians

The findings suggest that these medications despite being essential life saviours, are not affordable to millions of Indian peoplewho may need them and are responsible for causing significant financial burden and impoverishment.
70% of the urban Indian population at risk of heart disease!