Key protein discovered in heart to reduce damage from attack, improve survival rates
Researchers from San Diego State University`s Heart Institute discovered how one key protein in the heart can act as the knight in shining armor, reducing the damage from the attack, which could improve survival rates and heart function in those who do survive.
Jun 23, 2020, 17:02 PM IST
New York doctor explains reasons behind reduction in heart attacks by 30 to 70% during coronavirus COVID-19
The number of heart attack patients have reduced in America, India, Spain, and China. According to Dr Samin K Sharma, Senior VP, Operations & Quality, Mount Sinai Heart, New York, the reduction in heart-related disease is due to the improvement in the mental and physical health of common people during the lockdown period.
Apr 28, 2020, 10:07 AM IST
Dwayne Johnson shares cause of father's sudden death
Dwayne Johnson shared on Sunday thanking fans for "lifting" his spirits, reportedly.
Jan 20, 2020, 14:14 PM IST
Artificial Intelligence may predict long-term risks of heart attack, cardiac deaths
Researchers have found that machine learning, patterns and inferences computers use to learn to perform tasks, can predict the long-term risk of heart attack and cardiac death.
Dec 20, 2019, 14:11 PM IST
PMC Bank scam: 80-year-old depositor dies after being unable to withdraw money for heart surgery
The victim, identified as Murlidhar Dhara, was a resident of Mulund Colony in Mumbai. He was suffering from a heart-related ailment for a long time and was to undergo bypass surgery.
Oct 19, 2019, 10:34 AM IST
Decoded: Why women get heart attacks later than men
The team looked at lipids absorbed from the diet and made in the liver.
Sep 03, 2019, 18:09 PM IST
Eat more plant-based foods for better heart health
Study shows eating a larger proportion of plant-based foods and a smaller proportion of animal-based foods may help reduce your risk of having a heart attack, stroke or other type of cardiovascular disease.
Aug 07, 2019, 17:31 PM IST
Mission Delhi ups heart attack patients' survival chances
The Mission Delhi aims to provide care to STEMI, a very serious type of heart attack, patients, who require treatment within the golden hour (90 minutes) of the onset of symptoms and providing clot buster therapy within 30 minutes.
Jul 19, 2019, 16:27 PM IST
Salman Khan's 'Dabangg' co-star Dadhi Pandey suffers heart attack, actor extends help
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is known for reaching out to all those who need help. The 'Bharat' star has always been there for his friends and acquaintances and exteded help in times of crisis.
Jul 05, 2019, 10:58 AM IST
Being overweight doubles blood pressure risk in kids
Published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, the study shows that obese four-year-old kids have a doubled risk of high blood pressure by age six.
Jun 13, 2019, 17:03 PM IST
Class 12 student suffers heart attack, dies while taking board exams in Hyderabad
In a shocking case, a class 12 student died of cardiac arrest inside the examination hall during the ongoing board exams on Saturday.
Mar 02, 2019, 23:25 PM IST
Fish oils don't prevent strokes in diabetes patients: Study
In observational studies, higher consumption of fish is associated with lower risks of coronary artery disease and stroke.
Aug 27, 2018, 10:45 AM IST
Hypertensive patients prefer medication to cutting salt
Excess salt intake is one of the most important causes of hypertension, which makes salt restriction a key strategy to manage it.
Aug 27, 2018, 10:17 AM IST
Simple laboratory score can help diagnose heart attacks faster
Scientists have developed a simple lab score that is superior to using cardiac troponin alone for the identification of patients at low and high risk for heart attack or death at emergency department presentation.
Aug 20, 2018, 15:36 PM IST
Daily exercise may cut heart attack risk even in polluted areas: Study
Moderate cycling for four or more hours per week cut risk for recurrent heart attack by 31 per cent.
Jul 21, 2018, 17:47 PM IST
Diabetes has become epidemic in India, needs urgent attention: Health expert
"Stroke, diabetes is the commonest underlying factor. Heart attack, diabetes is the commonest underlying factor. That's why it is so important. It is an epidemic.
Jun 17, 2018, 15:41 PM IST
BJP MP Bandaru Dattatreya’s 21-year-old son Bandaru Vaishnav dies of heart attack
Twenty one-year-old son of former Union minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Bandaru Dattatreya's son, Bandaru Vaishnav, died after suffering a heart attack.
May 23, 2018, 06:28 AM IST
Man dies of heart attack after sending son to appear for NEET in Kerala
Father of an aspirant of National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), passed away after suffering a heart attack in Ernakulam in Kerala on Sunday.
May 06, 2018, 14:34 PM IST
Flu, pneumonia may increase risk of heart attack, stroke in older adults: Study
A new study has found that aged people who are diagnosed with flu or pneumonia are six times more likely to suffer from heart attack or stroke in the days after infection.
Mar 22, 2018, 18:18 PM IST
Narendra Jha: A talent that remained divorced from stardom
Last year, Narendra was part of both the Republic Day releases 'Raees' and 'Kaabil' -- and he was equally engaging in both.
Mar 14, 2018, 20:31 PM IST
