heart disease

Congenital heart defects of six patients corrected during workshop at CMCH

COIMBATORE Congenital heart defects of six patients were corrected by a team of doctors during a cardiac workshop held at the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday.

The Hindu Bureau

Depression symptoms could indicate a higher risk of having a stroke: Study

IIT Guwahati scientists use proteins to repair damaged heart cells

Mechanical forces in a beating heart affect its cells’ DNA

50% of Indians with heart failure die within five years: expert

The Hindu Bureau

Young adults who feel down or depressed are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease (CVD) and have poor heart health, according to a new study.

Study finds link between depression and risk of heart disease in young adults

T.N. police sub-inspector in Cuddalore dies of heart attack while on duty

Thailand prays for the king's hospitalised daughter

Undertaking strenuous activity at the gym may also be the cause for heart attacks. Image for Representation.

What could precipitate heart attacks in the young? Experts give reasons

More stories from this Topic

Low risk: Adding less salt with food is associated with fewer heart attacks and strokes.

A large study shows immense benefits of reducing salt intake

Dr. Rajan Ravichandran

Dr. P. Ramesh Babu speaking at the 7th IMA State Conference at Nandyal on Sunday.

Andhra Pradesh: Family physicians need to play a key role in preventing sudden cardiac arrests, says heart specialist

A view of Jayadeva Institute of Cardopvascular Sciences in Bengaluru

Jayadeva doctor operates on man and his children for same heart defect

New research documents an uncommon, but distinct pattern among children who lose consciousness while playing video games. Image for Representation.

Video games may trigger lethal heart problems in some children: Study

A virtual learning platform has also been set up to drive awareness through online mediums where CPR will be taught as a life skill. File image for representation. Illustration: Satheesh Vellinezhi

Cardiologist body to start education drive on resuscitation skills

Bindu Shajan Perappadan

Stethoscope effective in diagnosing heart defects in children: study

The Hindu Bureau

‘We need to act fast as many of India’s children need help’

India lacks a complete paediatric cardio-care service

Andhra Hospitals director P. V. Rama Rao speaking at the awareness camp organised by The Hindu, in association with Andhra Hospitals, in Vijayawada on Thursday.

More awareness on heart ailments can save more lives, say experts

A recent study found that people diagnosed with COVID-19 were 21 times more likely to have a heart attack or stroke.

Patients diagnosed with chronic lung disease should undergo cardiac evaluation, say doctors

The Hindu Bureau

A ‘health walk’ being organised on the occasion of World Heart Day in Visakhapatnam on Thursday.

Visakhapatnam: Pay attention to your gym routines to prevent cardiac arrest, advise doctors

The Hindu Bureau

Image used for representational purposes.

Women at equal risk of heart diseases as men, says cardiologist

The Hindu Bureau

Amara Hospital Managing Director Ramadevi Gourineni and Deputy Superintendent of Police Rama Raju lead a ‘5K Walkathon’ in Tirupati on Sunday, marking ‘World Heart Day’.

Call to ensure cardiac wellness with physical exercise in Tirupati

A.D. Rangarajan

Doctors have attributed this trend to multiple risk factors, including conventional factors such as diabetes, smoking, sedentary lifestyles, and family history.

At Bengaluru’s Jayadeva, genetic predisposition to premature heart attack seen in 15% of young patients

‘Heart attack risk posed by overweight, sedentary lifestyle, poor diabetes control’

Complex heart valve replacement procedure at Ernakulam General Hospital

Special Correspondent