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Aortic stenosis is a progressive narrowing of the aortic valve, reducing blood flow from the heart. Common in older adults, it causes breathlessness, chest pain, and fainting on exertion. Diagnosis involves imaging and ECG. Severe cases may need surgery. Avoiding strenuous activity is essential, especially in symptomatic individuals.
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When heart failure whispers rather than shouts, listen to your body—timely examination and treatment can significantly improve quality of life. Take all symptoms seriously and never wait for a crisis
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Doctors say stroke is no longer confined to the elderly—with one in five patients now in their 30s or 40s.
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Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs. It results from structural or functional issues and is a common cause of hospitalisation in older adults
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The tragic passing of young stars like Shefali Jariwala and Sidharth Shukla highlights a reality that cannot be ignored. Sudden cardiac arrest doesn’t discriminate by age or fame. Prioritising heart health, recognising the signs, and taking timely action could be lifesaving, for celebrities and for everyone.
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Heart issues don’t always come with exaggerated signs. Subtle symptoms like fatigue or breathlessness may point to hidden cardiac problems. Knowing what to watch out for, and how to act early, can help reduce serious complications. Here’s what a cardiac surgeon says you should know to protect your heart.
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Plastic exposure and heart disease: Plastics are everywhere, but a recent study links a common chemical in them to heart disease. In 2018, hundreds of thousands of people aged 55–64 died from related exposure globally, regions like South Asia and the Middle East saw the highest tolls. Here’s what the study found.
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Early warning signs of heart failure: Your heart has its own way of signaling when something is wrong. Ignoring these warning signs can put your health at serious risk. Here are some symptoms you should never overlook.
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Symptoms of heart failure: Heart failure doesn’t always come with loud warnings. It is therefore important to listen to your body, recognise the silent alarms, and seek medical advice early. Prevention is always better than cure, here’s why.
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Sleep apnea could lead to higher blood pressure, increased risk of arrhythmias, and even heart failure. Chronic stress on the cardiovascular system can contribute to the development of coronary artery disease. Here's how addressing this sleep disorder is vital for maintaining heart health.
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Your heart health is important. Here are 7 superfoods that, when added to your diet, can significantly impact your heart health, help clear arterial plaque, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
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World Hypertension Day 2024: Recognising hypertension in young adults early and instituting timely interventions, you can control your hypertension effectively. Here are the diagnoses, implication and lifestyle modifications of hypertension in young adults.
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With a blockbuster heart failure drug Vymada going off-patent this month, its much cheaper generic versions by a number of drug makers are set to hit the market in India and several other countries.
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The drug comprises a combination of sacubitril and valsartan and is indicated for heart failure patients.
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The company said it has introduced Sacubitril and Valsartan under two brand names, Valentas and Arnipin, in strengths of 200 mg, 100 mg, and 50 mg, in India.
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The prescription drug has been launched under brand 'Sacu V' and is priced at Rs 19 per tablet for a dose of 50mg (sacubitril 24mg + valsartan 26mg), Rs 35 per tablet for a dose of 100mg (sacubitril 49mg + valsartan 51mg), and Rs 45 per tablet for a dose of 200mg (sacubitril 97mg + valsartan 103 mg), Glenmark said in a regulatory filing.
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Long COVID has been recognised as a major worry since 2020 but the latest research revealing that COVID-19, even in mild cases, significantly raises the cardiovascular disease later, has triggered fresh worries for countries like India that are struggling with a high burden of non-communicable diseases
