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Can the use of marijuana lead to heart disease?
A new study says that people who use marijuana daily are more susceptible to coronary artery disease (CAD), which occurs due to plaque buildup in the arteries that supply blood to the heart
Explained: Why India lags behind in organ transplant despite a rise in donation
While the number of organ donations and transplants is increasing, there is a significant gap between supply and demand. There is a wide difference between patients who need transplants and the organs that are available in India
Explained: Why pets make you healthy
From providing a buffer against stress to social support and helping you get in shape or stay that way, research shows there are many benefits to having a pet. Let’s take a closer look
From coriander to turmeric: Five natural remedies for controlling high cholesterol
There are some natural elements that can maintain cholesterol level and lower the risk of heart disease, causing no side effects at all
Quit smoking, increase fibre intake and more: 6 tips for a healthy heart
Instead of making huge changes, you will be able to improve your heart's health by making some small changes. Once you have successfully adopted those changes, you won’t find it hard to stick to them
Chinese surgeons execute death row inmates by removing organs for illegal transplants, says study
According to the dead donor rule, organ procurement must not commence until the donor is both dead and formally pronounced so, and procurement of organs must not cause the death of the donor
Chicago teenager shocked after X-Ray shows her heart is on the wrong side of chest
For the unversed, Dextrocardia is a rare condition that affects less than one percent of the whole population across the world
Astronauts can expect shrinking hearts, other changes from long stints in low gravity
Astronaut Scott Kelly's heart shrunk considerably despite exercising almost every day, which worked to stop bone & muscle wasting.
Decoded: How COVID-19 disease causes heart muscle damage, affects heart rate
It was unknown, till now, if these conditions were caused by the virus infecting the heart, or from inflammation elsewhere in the body.
Remote monitoring of heart health can vastly improve medical care for some cardiovascular patients
When travel across the cities and states to visit a doctor is impossible or undesirable, remote monitoring is a boon to patients that have implanted devices like pacemakers.
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Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids may reduce mortality risk in heart attack patients
STEMI is a very serious type of heart attack in which the major arteries of the heart are blocked.
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Study reveals an extra 29 minutes of sleep every night can help improve mindfulness the next day
Mindfulness is the ability of a human to be fully present and aware of where the person is and what they are doing without getting overwhelmed by any of the situations they find themselves in.
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Young people with high cholesterol levels at higher risk of heart disease during middle age, finds study
Researchers also found that the damage done to the arteries at a younger age, say teenage years, due to higher levels of LDL may be irreversible
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Study recommends Pesco-Mediterranean diet along with intermittent fasting for better heart health
The Pesco-Mediterranean diet is largely plant-based and many studies have proved its benefits over the last few years.
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First randomised trial suggests heart patients with COVID-19 can continue taking ACE inhibitors, ARBs
ACE and ACE2 are proteins that are part of the RAAS, which is responsible for maintaining blood pressure, fluid and electrolyte balance in the body
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Yoga for a healthy heart: Asanas focusing on breathing and posture may help patients with arrhythmias
Medications like beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers may be provided to mitigate the risks of stroke, while a heart-healthy diet and getting regular exercise are the lifestyle strategies one has to adopt.
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Six heart diseases with strange names, and what they mean
On World Heart Day 2019, we look at some of these strange heart conditions with even stranger names.
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Six yoga poses for a healthy heart
Regular practice of yoga can reduce stress and anxiety, and lower the risk of depression in people who have had cardiac surgery.
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Five reasons why our heart muscles become weak
Cardiomyopathy is a condition in which the heart muscles become weak. In people with cardiomyopathy, the heart muscles become thicker and more rigid.
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Five subtle signs that you may be at risk of heart disease
Self-monitoring can be an effective way to identify heart disease early and seek medical help in time to prevent lasting damage.