Cardiovascular disease

A high 'sense of purpose' in life lowers death risk

 People who have a higher sense of purpose in life are at lower risk of death and cardiovascular disease, says a study.

Dec 04, 2015, 16:24 PM IST

Higher `resting` heart rate linked to premature death

In the study, researchers assessed 46 studies involving 1 246 203 patients and 78 349 deaths from all causes, and 848 320 patients and 25 800 deaths from heart disease.

Nov 24, 2015, 11:49 AM IST

Walnuts are `hearty`, indeed

Few tree nuts a day can help you keep heart disease at bay, according to a recent study.

Nov 20, 2015, 09:58 AM IST

Why high-fat diet is bad for your heart

They also play a crucial role in clogging of arteries, or atherosclerosis.

Nov 17, 2015, 11:48 AM IST

Get tested to confirm aspirin allergy

Don't let a little reaction stop you from fighting the heart disease as a new study has revealed that cardiac patients are often misdiagnosed with aspirin allergy.

Nov 07, 2015, 10:13 AM IST

Vitamin D can prevent heart disease in chronic kidney disease patients

Taking Vitamin D supplements could prevent the development of heart disease in chronic kidney disease patients, a study said on Thursday.

Nov 05, 2015, 21:58 PM IST

World Stroke Day: Ways you can reduce your risk!

Worldwide, stroke kills 3 million women and 2.5 million men every year.  

Oct 29, 2015, 12:28 PM IST

Childhood infections can risk your heart

One explanation is that infection initiates chronic inflammation and atherosclerosis in the arteries.

Oct 19, 2015, 08:31 AM IST

Five best exercises for heart health!

Exercises and physical activity are the words that take centre stage when it comes to healthy living, lifestyle, weight management, etc.

Sep 30, 2015, 11:04 AM IST

By 2025, early deaths from heart disease, stroke expected to rise

As per a recent study, deaths from heart disease and stroke could rise unless countries address risk factors.

Sep 30, 2015, 08:34 AM IST

DNA: Things we must know about heart diseases on World Heart Day

World Heart Day is celebrated every year on 29th September with the intent of raising awareness about cardiovascular disease.

Sep 30, 2015, 00:00 AM IST

4 out of 10 Delhiites at high risk of heart disease: Study

Four out of ten individuals in Delhi are at high risk of heart attack, reveals a study.

Sep 28, 2015, 12:06 PM IST