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This is the lesser-known risk factor for heart disease you need to know about

Heart disease, especially coronary artery disease (CAD), is a leading global cause of mortality, with traditional risk factors like high lipoprotein (a), cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking playing significant roles. Elevated lipoprotein (a) levels, particularly prevalent among Indians and South Asians, heighten the risk of heart attacks and strokes, especially at…

The Times of India

Ultra-processed food raises risk of cancer and heart disease, review finds

Researchers say consuming foods such as fizzy drinks or ready meals directly linked to 32 health risks

Evening Standard

Ultra-processed food linked to 32 harmful effects to health, review finds

World’s largest review finds direct associations with higher risks of cancer, heart disease and early death

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Shari Belafonte Advocates For Heart Health Awareness At SAG Awards

Shari Belafonte raises awareness about heart disease at the 2024 SAG Awards, advocating for heart health initiatives and inspiring others to prioritize the...

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Wearable vest that detects electrical impulses can help spot early signs of heart disease

UCL scientists say screening tool could prevent most common cause of sudden death for young people

Evening Standard

Delhi: Uptick in respiratory, and cardiac problems due to poor air quality in city

.”“In the last 2 months 200 cases spread across all age groups, but mainly old age and adults with comorbidities like diabetes and heart disease

The Times of India

Can Excess Vitamin B3 Affect Heart Health? Here's What Researchers Say

A recent study found that taking excessive quantities of the essential B vitamin, niacin could raise the risk of heart disease.

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Heart disease breakthrough as scientists grow 'heart in a dish' using stem cells in London lab

Researchers say findings could lead to better treatments for heart disease

Evening Standard

Knowing your heart age can help reduce the risk of conditions down the line - here's how to calculate it

Knowing your heart age can help you reduce the risk of adverse cardiovascular conditions and keep you healthy throughout your life, a doctor reveals

Woman & Home

What are the factors that put a risk on women's heart health?

Heart disease stands as a prominent cause of mortality in both men and women. The initiation of this condition may commence in childhood, progress inconspicuously over time, and culminate in an unexpected and frequently fatal heart attack. It is ill-advised to wait for symptoms to surface before embracing proven measures…

The Times of India

Why is the risk of a heart attack higher in winter?

Winter proves to be a challenging period for individuals coping with heart conditions, presenting a notable upsurge in heart disease and stroke incidences. Scientific studies have revealed a sobering trend—heart attacks tend to be more fatal during the colder months compared to the summer. Moreover, issues such as angina and…

The Times of India

What are the top causes of death for people 65 and older?

The top cause of death for those 65 and over between 2020 and 2021 was heart disease in 47 states and Washington, DC.

USAFacts

Heart disease is the biggest killer of women under 75 - so why are heart attacks so often misdiagnosed?

The BHF reports that 50% of heart attacks in women are misdiagnosed, the experts explain why and how to prevent one

Woman & Home

The little matter of the waist

Discover the significance of waist measurement and how it can predict the risk of heart disease.

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USAFacts

Heart disease causes one in five American deaths

According to the CDC, one person in the United States dies from heart disease every 33 seconds.

The Times of India

Testing for cholesterol? Here’s what you might not know

Cholesterol, often referred to as the silent killer, has long been a focal point in understanding and managing cardiovascular health. Regular cholesterol testing, primarily through lipid panels, has been the cornerstone of preventive care. However, within this realm of cholesterol assessment, a deeper understanding lies in the examination of apolipoproteins…

The Times of India

Genetics and Heart Disease: What you need to know

Genetic factors play a crucial role in the development of heart diseases. Research suggests that up to 60-70% of cases of heart diseases are attributed to genetic factors. While lifestyle choices such as diet and exercise also contribute to the risk, genetics can increase one's susceptibility to heart diseases and…

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Friends star Matthew Perry died of ketamine overdose, autopsy finds

Los Angeles medical examiner says drowning and heart disease were contributing factors in actor’s accidental death.

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Climate change is further reducing fish stocks with worrisome implications for global food supplies

The health benefits of eating seafood are appreciated in many cultures which rely upon it to provide critical nutrients vital to our physical and mental development and health. Eating fish and shellfish provides significant benefits to neurological development and functioning and provides protection against the risks of coronary heart disease…

The Guardian - UK

Comfort eating can impair body’s recovery from stress, study shows

Researchers find turning to fatty and other unhealthy foods for solace reduces vascular function and raises risk of heart disease

Zenger

Blood Test Predicts Organ Failure Risk, Aging Speed

Scientists develop doomsday-style method to identify accelerated organ aging and predict diseases like Alzheimer's and heart disease.

The Times of India

Importance of regular heart checkups - key to early detection

Indians have a high prevalence of ischaemic heart disease. What is more alarming is that it presents or manifests a decade earlier in Indians compared to our Western counterparts. Main reason for this is high clustering of risk factors like diabetes, hypertension, smoking or other forms of tobacco use, high…

Fortune

Your 'normal' cholesterol level can still be deadly, warns aging expert Dr. Michael Greger. Here's what it should really be

Average cholesterol values today are regarded as normal based on a sick society, says the bestselling author of 'How Not to Die.'

The Hindu

Rahul promises Rajasthan model healthcare scheme across country if voted to power in 2024

Rahm Gandhi hails Rajasthan's healthcare prog. for poor; says if Cong. wins 2024 LS polls, similar initiatives will be rolled out nationwide. He noted disparity in access to quality healthcare, stressing need for reevaluation of healthcare at nat'l level.

Zenger

Early Onset Heart Disease Linked To Higher Dementia Risk, Study Finds

People with coronary heart disease before 45 have 36% increased risk of dementia, according to research

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