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Redefining heart care with advanced solutions
August 06, 2020 13:22 IST
With advancement in technology, we now have less invasive treatment options such as trans arterial valve implantation/replacement (TAVI/TAVR). These technologies aid in treating elderly patients less invasively, leading to reduced pain and improved quality of life. In the past, these patients because of age and other co-morbid conditions were not offered surgical intervention. TAVI/TAVR is a good alternative for these high risk group of patients.
Darbhanga MLC Sunil Kumar Singh, undergoing COVID-19 treatment, dies of heart attack
India | July 21, 2020 23:18 IST
Sunil Kumar, MLC from Bihar's Darbhanga, who was undergoing COVID-19 treatment, has died of a heart attack. Kumar breathed his last at AIIMS, Patna.
Man commits suicide, wife dies of heart attack after birth of girl child
India | July 20, 2020 23:55 IST
A man has committed suicide after his wife delivered a girl child, the police said here on Monday night.
Don't rely on smart watches to spot heart rhythm disorders: Study
Lifestyle | June 18, 2020 13:43 IST
As smart watches like Apple Watch come with capabilities to identify common heart rhythm disorder like atrial fibrillation (AFib), researchers have warned that at the moment, wearables do not have a defined place in such risk assessment.
Kurushetra | Kurla Hospital turned COVID-19 death to heart attack
Kurukshetra | June 07, 2020 19:51 IST
A doctor from a Kurla hospital allegedly changed the cause of death in a patient's death certificate from COVID-19 to a heart attack in exchange for Rs 20,000 after the family said they wanted to conduct the funeral themselves.
Do not delay medical attention for stroke during lockdown
May 30, 2020 17:29 IST
While people are discouraged from visiting hospitals for minor ailments owing to the pandemic, stroke is an exception as it is an emergency and requires immediate medical assistance.
Akshay Kumar's first cousin and Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii actor Sachin Kumar dies of heart attack
TV | May 17, 2020 21:29 IST
Sachin Kumar (Arora) who was a photographer by profession passed away on Friday. Sachin had worked as a television actor long back and was a part of Ekta Kapoor's TV serial Kahani Ghar Ghar Kii. He was related to Akshay Kumar and was close to him.
Aamir Khan's longtime assistant Amos dies of heart attack
May 13, 2020 16:37 IST
Amos Paul was hale and hearty which is why his death came as a shock to Aamir Khan. He collapsed in the morning and was rushed to the hospital by the actor and his director-wife Kiran Rao.
Telugu actor Shivaji Raja hospitalised after heart attack
Regional Cinema | May 06, 2020 13:06 IST
Telugu actor Shivaji Raja was admitted to the hospital on Tuesday night in Hyderabad after suffering from a heart attack. The actor's family took him to the emergency department of the hospital.
Treat heart diseases and hypertension with Swami Ramdev's yoga tips
Lifestyle | April 28, 2020 10:14 IST
Yog Guru Swami Ramdev shares asanas which are helpful in treating heart related diseases, hypertension and diabetes. He suggests doing pranayamas daily to lead a healthy life.
Physical activity makes heart attack patients feel better
April 27, 2020 12:05 IST
The researchers found that patients who attended cardiac rehabilitation had a higher quality of life at all time points compared to those who did not.
Mumbai lawyer dies of heart attack after hospitals refuse admission
India | April 19, 2020 10:24 IST
Amid lockdown, a woman from neighbouring Navi Mumbai found herself completely helpless when two hospitals refused to admit her husband, a lawyer, who had suffered a heart attack.
Policeman on curfew duty dies of heart attack in Punjab
India | March 28, 2020 12:15 IST
A 48-year-old policeman, who was on duty to implement the curfew to prevent spread of coronavirus, died of a heart attack in Patiala district on Saturday, official said.
Bariatric surgery linked to fewer heart attacks, strokes
Lifestyle | March 23, 2020 14:16 IST
In addition, the study found, that patients who had bariatric surgery lost significantly more weight (an average of over 10 kg more), and type 2 diabetes was more likely to improve to the point where the patients no longer required medication to maintain normal blood sugar levels.
Stress can trigger to second heart attack
Lifestyle | March 21, 2020 9:37 IST
A new study has thrown light on how stress and mental pressure can trigger a second heart attack in patients.
Italian man who tested postive for coronavirus, dies of heart attack in Jaipur
News | March 20, 2020 11:28 IST
India reported a fifth fatality due to novel coronavirus on Friday after a 69-year-old Italian national died while receiving treatment at a hospital in Jaipur
Overdose on exercise can lead to cardiac events
Lifestyle | February 28, 2020 8:03 IST
There are many benefits of a hardcore workout regime. However, people, especially those, who aren't accustomed to high-intensity exercise, when thrown to such hard participation, can risk sudden cardiac arrest according to a new Scientific Statement
Kannada music composer Arjun Janya suffers minor heart attack; hospitalised in Mysore
TV | February 27, 2020 12:38 IST
Kannada music composer Arjun Janya reportedly suffered a minor heart attack and has been hospitalised in Mysore.
Researchers report decline in heart attacks greater among men than women
Lifestyle | February 19, 2020 21:54 IST
In a recent study, researchers report a steady decline in heart attacks in both men and women enrolled in the US health system from 2000 to 2014. However, the rate of decline slowed among women in the last five years of the study.
Researchers report decline in heart attacks greater among men than women
News | February 19, 2020 13:11 IST
In a recent study, researchers report a steady decline in heart attacks in both men and women enrolled in the US health system from 2000 to 2014. However, the rate of decline slowed among women in the last five years of the study.