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High Blood Pressure Vs Low Blood Pressure: Which One Is More Dangerous During Heatwave?
Doctors explain that dehydration-related low blood pressure can quickly reduce blood flow to vital organs. This may lead to confusion, collapse, kidney stress, and dangerous overheating of the body.
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39-Year-Old Karnataka Cricketer Dies Of Heart Attack: Are Young, Fit And Active Athletes Also At Risk?
Heart attacks are often linked with older age, obesity, smoking and an inactive lifestyle. However, young athletes are not completely free from risk.
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Lancet Study Flags Mental Disorders As Top Cause Of Global Disability
The world's burden of mental disorders has more than doubled since 1990, and they are now the leading cause of disability globally, overtaking cardiovascular disease, cancer and musculoskeletal conditions, according to a new study published in The La
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AIIMS Bhopal Study Urges Advanced Screenings For Children With Sickle Cell Disease
Bhopal, May 22 (IANS) A recent study by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal has stressed the need for early and advanced health screening in children suffering from sickle cell disease (SCD), after researchers found signs of hi
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Woman Had Intense Headaches For Over 10 Years, This Is What A Neurologist Found
A neurologist shares his notes on a patient who presented with migraine symptoms a decade since symptoms first appeared, highlighting why seeing a specialist sooner can save lives.
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Impact Of Rising Heatwave Conditions On Heart Attacks And Stroke-Related Emergencies In India
Heatwaves, in particular, are emerging as a major public health threat due to their increasing intensity and duration. For India, already facing a high burden of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, this raises urgent questions about p
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Many Indians Don't Know Their Blood Pressure Numbers: Doctor Explains Screening Gap
One of the biggest concerns is that many Indians do not know their blood pressure numbers simply because they have never been tested. Unlike illnesses that cause pain, fever, or discomfort, high blood pressure does not make people feel immediately si
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Workplace Stress And Hypertension: The Hidden Corporate Health Burden
Dr Nityanand Tripathi explains how workplace stress and hypertension are interrelated.
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Hypertension Affected 1.7 Billion Adults Globally In 2020: Analysis
Nearly 33 per cent, or 1.71 billion, of the world's adults had hypertension in 2020 -- 400 million in high-income countries and 1.32 billion in low and middle-income countries, a new analysis has found.
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Heart Attack In 40s: Why Are Healthy And Fit Individuals Still At Risk? Cardiologist Explains
While a person may look lean and exercise regularly, fitness does not guarantee cardiovascular health. The growing prevalence of risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and unhealthy diets adds to the burden of cardiovascular diseases.
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Inflammation Can Harm Your Body In 7 Ways: Here's How To Fight It Naturally
Persistent inflammation can interfere with insulin function, making it harder for the body to regulate blood sugar. Over time, this may raise the risk of type 2 diabetes.
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Centre Launches Free Health Checkup Initiative For Workers Above 40
The Centre has launched a nationwide free annual health screening programme for workers aged above 40 under the new Labour Codes. The initiative aims to detect diabetes, hypertension and heart disease early through ESIC hospitals.
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Is Your Bedtime All Over the Place? New Study Links Habit To An Increase In Heart Attacks
A new study based in Finland explains why sleeping on time is important, as it can increase the risk of heart attacks. Dr Prashant Saxena explains how to ensure you sleep on time daily.
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Is Fasting Bad For Your Heart? Expert Explains Benefits And Risks
While fasting can potentially offer benefits for weight loss and heart health, it should be approached cautiously and in consideration of individual health conditions.
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One Test, Eight Risks: A Single Genetic Test Can Now Predict Risk For 8 Heart Conditions
The tool uses a "polygenic risk score" (PRS) that combines information from hundreds of thousands of common genetic variants across the genome. This integrated report is designed to highlight hidden cardiovascular risk long before symptoms start to a
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High Blood Pressure Vs Low Blood Pressure: Which One Is More Dangerous During Heatwave?
Doctors explain that dehydration-related low blood pressure can quickly reduce blood flow to vital organs. This may lead to confusion, collapse, kidney stress, and dangerous overheating of the body.
-
39-Year-Old Karnataka Cricketer Dies Of Heart Attack: Are Young, Fit And Active Athletes Also At Risk?
Heart attacks are often linked with older age, obesity, smoking and an inactive lifestyle. However, young athletes are not completely free from risk.
-
Lancet Study Flags Mental Disorders As Top Cause Of Global Disability
The world's burden of mental disorders has more than doubled since 1990, and they are now the leading cause of disability globally, overtaking cardiovascular disease, cancer and musculoskeletal conditions, according to a new study published in The La
-
AIIMS Bhopal Study Urges Advanced Screenings For Children With Sickle Cell Disease
Bhopal, May 22 (IANS) A recent study by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal has stressed the need for early and advanced health screening in children suffering from sickle cell disease (SCD), after researchers found signs of hi
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Woman Had Intense Headaches For Over 10 Years, This Is What A Neurologist Found
A neurologist shares his notes on a patient who presented with migraine symptoms a decade since symptoms first appeared, highlighting why seeing a specialist sooner can save lives.
-
Impact Of Rising Heatwave Conditions On Heart Attacks And Stroke-Related Emergencies In India
Heatwaves, in particular, are emerging as a major public health threat due to their increasing intensity and duration. For India, already facing a high burden of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, this raises urgent questions about p
-
Many Indians Don't Know Their Blood Pressure Numbers: Doctor Explains Screening Gap
One of the biggest concerns is that many Indians do not know their blood pressure numbers simply because they have never been tested. Unlike illnesses that cause pain, fever, or discomfort, high blood pressure does not make people feel immediately si
-
Workplace Stress And Hypertension: The Hidden Corporate Health Burden
Dr Nityanand Tripathi explains how workplace stress and hypertension are interrelated.
-
Hypertension Affected 1.7 Billion Adults Globally In 2020: Analysis
Nearly 33 per cent, or 1.71 billion, of the world's adults had hypertension in 2020 -- 400 million in high-income countries and 1.32 billion in low and middle-income countries, a new analysis has found.
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Heart Attack In 40s: Why Are Healthy And Fit Individuals Still At Risk? Cardiologist Explains
While a person may look lean and exercise regularly, fitness does not guarantee cardiovascular health. The growing prevalence of risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and unhealthy diets adds to the burden of cardiovascular diseases.
-
Inflammation Can Harm Your Body In 7 Ways: Here's How To Fight It Naturally
Persistent inflammation can interfere with insulin function, making it harder for the body to regulate blood sugar. Over time, this may raise the risk of type 2 diabetes.
-
Centre Launches Free Health Checkup Initiative For Workers Above 40
The Centre has launched a nationwide free annual health screening programme for workers aged above 40 under the new Labour Codes. The initiative aims to detect diabetes, hypertension and heart disease early through ESIC hospitals.
-
Is Your Bedtime All Over the Place? New Study Links Habit To An Increase In Heart Attacks
A new study based in Finland explains why sleeping on time is important, as it can increase the risk of heart attacks. Dr Prashant Saxena explains how to ensure you sleep on time daily.
-
Is Fasting Bad For Your Heart? Expert Explains Benefits And Risks
While fasting can potentially offer benefits for weight loss and heart health, it should be approached cautiously and in consideration of individual health conditions.
-
One Test, Eight Risks: A Single Genetic Test Can Now Predict Risk For 8 Heart Conditions
The tool uses a "polygenic risk score" (PRS) that combines information from hundreds of thousands of common genetic variants across the genome. This integrated report is designed to highlight hidden cardiovascular risk long before symptoms start to a
