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A Big Fat Problem: How more than half the world is set to become obese and why this is dangerous
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A Big Fat Problem: How more than half the world is set to become obese and why this is dangerous

Obesity is a huge problem and it’s only going to get bigger. A new report has revealed that 51 per cent of the world’s population will be overweight or obese by 2035 and will also cause a loss of $4.32 trillion to the economy

Over 75% Indians with hypertension have uncontrolled BP: Lancet study
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Over 75% Indians with hypertension have uncontrolled BP: Lancet study

High blood pressure, often known as hypertension, is one of the major causes of early mortality and morbidity and a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular diseases (CVD)

World Heart Day 2022: Underlying and under-noticed risk factors of heart disease
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World Heart Day 2022: Underlying and under-noticed risk factors of heart disease

World Heart Day 2022: Lifestyle significantly impacts health and coronary heart disease

World Heart Day 2022: How health technology tools help control cardio-metabolic diseases
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World Heart Day 2022: How health technology tools help control cardio-metabolic diseases

With the development and advancement of AI technology in recent years, it has gradually changed from theory to practicality

Why cardiac deaths in younger adults in India is increasing
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Why cardiac deaths in younger adults in India is increasing

The need of the hour to save lives which are lost due to heart attacks is to step up awareness about cardiac arrests and heart attacks and recognise the symptoms very quickly

National Nutrition Week 2022: Why diet management for patients with diabetes and hypertension is critical
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National Nutrition Week 2022: Why diet management for patients with diabetes and hypertension is critical

National Nutrition Week 2022: The diet for patients with diabetes should be rich in fibre coming from whole grains, sprouted pulses, and green leafy vegetables, as these are known to reduce insulin requirements

5 important things to know about sudden cardiac arrest
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5 important things to know about sudden cardiac arrest

As the name implies, sudden cardiac arrest refers to the sudden loss of heart function, breathing, and consciousness that is caused by an electrical disturbance in the heart

Why genetic disorders can make our kidneys vulnerable
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Why genetic disorders can make our kidneys vulnerable

Some diseases are said to run in families when more than one person in a family has the same kind of illness

How obesity and hypertension heighten risks of kidney cancer
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How obesity and hypertension heighten risks of kidney cancer

If a person is suffering from obesity or hypertension, the risk of developing this fatal disease doubles

Understanding risk factors of kidney cancer and how to prevent it
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Understanding risk factors of kidney cancer and how to prevent it

Although it is impossible to fully evade the risk of kidney cancer, certain lifestyle modifications can surely play a major role in reducing the risk factors

Obesity is gateway to serious health issues, here's how you can keep it at bay
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Obesity is gateway to serious health issues, here's how you can keep it at bay

There is much more to obesity than eating more and moving less

World Hypertension Day 2022: Here are some fruits and vegetables that regulate high blood pressure
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World Hypertension Day 2022: Here are some fruits and vegetables that regulate high blood pressure

Those who suffer from hypertension are advised to follow a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables and reduce their salt intake as well. Oranges, cucumber, garlic and tomatoes can be extremely beneficial for controlling high blood pressure.

Controlling hypertension is essential to preventing kidney failure
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Controlling hypertension is essential to preventing kidney failure

Uncontrolled Hypertension, a common disorder, is associated with increased long-term risk of several severe health conditions

Here are some healthy Indian dishes to help you manage high blood pressure
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Here are some healthy Indian dishes to help you manage high blood pressure

When hypertension occurs, the flow of the blood against the arteries is fast enough to cause sudden chronic heart disease

Why symptoms of heart attack look different for men and women
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Why symptoms of heart attack look different for men and women

The ways to protect oneself from a heart attack are similar for both genders

Half of global population lacks access to basic diagnostics for common disease, says Lancet Commission's analysis
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Half of global population lacks access to basic diagnostics for common disease, says Lancet Commission's analysis

The Commission brought together 25 experts from 16 countries who noted that without access to accurate, high-quality, and affordable diagnostics, many people will be overtreated, undertreated or not treated at all.

World Health Day 2021: Why children who suffered from COVID-19 are vulnerable to myocarditis
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World Health Day 2021: Why children who suffered from COVID-19 are vulnerable to myocarditis

Myocarditis is a heart condition that refers to an inflammation of the heart muscle known as the myocardium — the muscular layer of the heart wall

World Heart Day 2021: Why hearts of young Indians are vulnerable to cardiovascular diseases
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World Heart Day 2021: Why hearts of young Indians are vulnerable to cardiovascular diseases

Even at the slightest indication of heart disease, one must reach out to their primary care consultant to stay safe and healthy

As COVID-19 cases dip, time to focus on non-communicable diseases, prioritise patients
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As COVID-19 cases dip, time to focus on non-communicable diseases, prioritise patients

The major risk factors contributing to NCDs involve unhealthy diets and lifestyles, physical inactivity, tobacco use and alcohol misuse

World Hypertension Day 2021: Occasion aims to raise awareness about dangers of high blood pressure
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World Hypertension Day 2021: Occasion aims to raise awareness about dangers of high blood pressure

This year, the theme of World Hypertension Day is ‘Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer’