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The Latest Breaking News on Heart Disease

How far is 4,000 steps? How far you need to walk to stay healthy according to scientists

Scientists find the more the better when it comes to steps – up to a point

Evening Standard

Even 4,000 steps a day could ‘reduce risk of death’ – study

But researchers said that the more a person walks ‘the better’.

The Independent UK

Weight-loss jabs can cut risk of heart attacks or strokes

Risk of heart attack or stroke cut by fifth, researchers say

The Independent UK

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Even 4,000 steps a day could ‘reduce risk of death’

But researchers said that the more a person walks ‘the better’.

Evening Standard

How many steps a day can cut risk of early death (and it’s not 10,000)

Researchers said that the more a person walks ‘the better’

The Independent UK

Even 4K steps a day could ‘reduce risk of death’ – study

But researchers said that the more a person walks ‘the better’.

The Independent UK

Walking just 4,000 steps a day can cut risk of dying from any cause, analysis finds

Study also finds each additional 1,000 steps daily are associated with a further 15% reduction in risk

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Weight-loss jab can cut heart attack and stroke risk in obese adults, firm says

Wegovy manufacturer says five-year study found drug reduced major cardiovascular events by 20% in overweight or obese people

The Guardian - UK

Weight loss jabs can cut risk of heart attack or stroke by fifth, study suggests

The trial involved more than 17,600 people from across 41 countries.

The Independent UK

Health: High level of protein used to save from heart attack may signal risk of death, says Study

According to research published in the journal Heart, a high level of troponin, a protein typically used to rule out the possibility of a heart attack in patients with chest pain, may signal a higher risk of death from any cause within the next two years, even in the absence…

Dynamite News

Asthma and heart disease treatments approved for use on NHS in Scotland

TREATMENTS for patients with heart disease and those with severe asthma have been approved for use on the NHS in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

Jayadeva study finds late presentation a major factor for higher mortality in women with coronary artery disease

A study by Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences & Research found late presentation to hospitals by women with severe coronary artery disease to be a major factor for higher mortality. The research found hypertension & diabetes to be the most common comorbidity & STEMI the most common presentation. Women…

The Hindu

Half of UK smokers switching to vapes ‘could save NHS more than half a billion a year’

Study says hospital admissions would drop by 13% if half of all smokers switched to e-cigarettes

Evening Standard

Switching to vapes ‘could save NHS more than half a billion a year’, study says

Researchers suggest the swap would also reduce smoking-related hospital admissions by 13%.

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The Hindu

Timely CPR saves 52-year-old who collapsed at work

With a history of hypertension, a major risk factor for cardiac issues, Mallikarjun Hiremath experienced a sudden pain in his chest and collapsed from the chair while he was doing his work at the office.

The Hindu

On National Vascular Day, experts highlight benefits of exercise

An exercise as simple as walking can keep cardio-vascular diseases at bay, and even help save limbs that otherwise are at risk of being amputated.

Zenger

Family Claims Baby’s Brain Injury Caused By Negligent Midwives

This has been a traumatic and difficult journey. The post Family claims baby’s brain injury caused by negligent midwives

Woman & Home

This is the one snack you should never eat, according to a cardiologist

The one snack to avoid to help maintain optimal heart health

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The Independent UK

Couple win NHS payout after having stillborn baby after doctors sent mother home with a leaflet

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust admitted breaching their duty by failing to offer an obstetric review

The Guardian - UK

GPs to get power to fast-track patients for heart and lung checks

It is hoped scheme will ease pressure on hospitals and result in faster diagnosis and treatment

The Independent UK

GPs to be given new powers to order tests in bid to ease NHS pressure

It is hoped the initiative will speed up diagnoses and treatment for patients

Zenger

Just One Alcoholic Drink A Day Increases Men’s Risk Of High Blood Pressure, Study Warns

New research suggests that even small amounts of alcohol can damage the heart, especially in men.

The Hindu

Single-pill strategy to beat cardiovascular diseases gets WHO recognition

WHO adds polypills to EML 2023, a major policy change. Clinical evidence shows polypills reduce risk of cardiovascular events, incl. heart attack & stroke. Salim Yusuf, a Keralite, spent two decades building evidence for polypill's safety & efficacy. Polypill reduces risk by 40-50%. Govts. should purchase & provide polypill at…

The Hindu

Emergency loading dose for heart attack patients stocked at 10,999 rural health facilities: T.N. Health Minister

Expressing concern over the rise in heart attacks among people after the COVID-19 pandemic, T.N. Health Minister Ma. Subramanian on Tuesday said that the State government, through a scheme, ‘’Idhayam Kappom’, has stocked the life-saving emergency loading dose at 10,999 rural health facilities: 8,173 health sub centres (HSCs) and 2,286…

Chicago Sun-Times

Security officer dies after incident involving teen at South Loop movie theater

The 72-year-old man had a history of heart problems and was known as a wise ‘older uncle’ who helped younger coworkers around the theater, a colleague said.

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