Even low dose X-rays could harm your heart: Study
It is known that populations exposed to ionising radiation in medical or environmental settings have symptoms suggesting an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Jul 14, 2017, 18:10 PM IST
Miniature human heart made from rat's organ may help test new drugs
The mini human heart was created by introducing human cells into the matrix of a whole rat heart.
Jul 13, 2017, 17:07 PM IST
Now, a tool to detect stroke-causing clots
Blood clots in veins and arteries can lead to heart attack, stroke and pulmonary embolism and now a team of scientists has come up with a method of detecting the likelihood of small thrombi better than the current tests.
Jul 08, 2017, 00:06 AM IST
Lipid profiling since 20 can prevent heart ailments: Doctors
Lipid profiling -- blood tests that screen for abnormalities in lipids, such as cholesterol and triglycerides -- from the age of 20 years can help detect heart ailments at an early stage, revealed doctors on Thursday.
Jul 06, 2017, 23:42 PM IST
Unique 3D-printed heart valves could improve surgery outcomes
The aim is to improve the success rate of transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVR) by picking the right prosthetic and avoiding a common complication known as paravalvular leakage.
Jul 04, 2017, 17:21 PM IST
Scientists discover genetic interactions that may regenerate heart cells in future
The researchers found genes known to form hearts cells in humans and other animals in the gut of a muscle-less and heart-less sea anemone (Nematostella vectensis).
Jun 28, 2017, 23:43 PM IST
Take brisk walk every 30 minutes to reduce risk of heart disease
The study found that people who spend increasing time sitting are at an increased risk of serious health problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes or death from all causes.
Jun 27, 2017, 21:16 PM IST
Ten policemen killed in Taliban attack in Afghanistan
The attack took place after the Taliban militants stormed a check post in Chesht district of the province.
Can your blood group predict heart attack risk?
India is presently witnessing nearly two million heart attacks annually. A heart attack (clinically known as myocardial infarction) is the permanent damage or death of the heart muscles due to lack of oxygen-rich blood.
Jun 23, 2017, 00:43 AM IST
Dads-to-be, take note! Hold your partner's hand in labour room to ease their pain
A study has found that holding your partner's hand synchronises your heart and respiratory rates and dissipates her pain.
Jun 22, 2017, 23:54 PM IST
16-year-old boy dances with joy after successful heart surgery – Watch heartwarming video
Recently, a video of a 16-year-old boy from the United States dancing on his hospital bed with wires and machines attached to him has gone viral on the Internet.
Jun 17, 2017, 20:33 PM IST
Mumbai doctors do the unthinkable, implant world's smallest leadless pacemaker in 78-year-old man
Doctors at Mumbai hospital have implanted the world's smallest pacemaker, with advanced pacing technology, in the heart of a 78-year-old man.
Jun 16, 2017, 13:54 PM IST
43-year-old brain dead man gives new lease of life to nine
Selvaraj was declared brain dead when he did not respond well on the treatment and his family members came forward to donate his organs.
Jun 14, 2017, 23:22 PM IST
Is long-term consumption of aspirin advisable for stroke patients? Study reveals eye-opening consequences!
Long term consumption of aspirin in stroke patients has been found to cause the risk of fatal or disabling bleeding, increased with age.
Jun 14, 2017, 17:54 PM IST
Diabetes drug may help reduce risk of heart, kidney disease
Type 2 diabetes which affects around 450 million people worldwide also increases the risks of stroke and heart attack.
Jun 13, 2017, 23:47 PM IST
Wireless, battery-less pacemaker developed
The pacemaker harvests energy wirelessly from radio frequency radiation transmitted by an external battery pack, researchers at Rice University in the US said.
Jun 06, 2017, 22:24 PM IST
45-year-old Keralite becomes the first person in India to live with two beating hearts, one of it being a woman's
Amazing, isn't it? A 45-year-old man from Kerala has become the first person in the country to live with two beating hearts after he suffered a heart failure.
Jun 02, 2017, 12:49 PM IST
Obesity can cause cardiovascular diseases even in young
The researchers from University of Bristol, UK, hypothesised that cardiovascular risk due to increased BMI was likely to emerge in earlier life.
This newly-identified unique gene may save you from heart disease
The variant, rs145556679*, is associated with lower levels of both 'bad' natural fats and 'bad' cholesterol, the factors that lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
May 28, 2017, 18:38 PM IST
Gene that prevents heart disease found in Greeks villagers
The cardioprotective variant, rs145556679, was found in the people living in Mylopotamos, northern Crete.
May 28, 2017, 00:16 AM IST
