congenital heart disease

World Heart Day: The 3 key solutions to address Congenital Heart Disease in Rural India

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World Heart Day: The 3 key solutions to address Congenital Heart Disease in Rural India

Several state governments are supporting treatments for children with CHD from vulnerable and marginalized communities. By Mangesh Wange,  Keshav, a resident of Asanpoi village in Raigad, wishes to see the day when his 4-year-old daughter Sandhya will be able to play like other children of his neighborhood. Since her birth, Sandhya would often fall sick … Read more

Diseases of heart are complex, success depends on innovation: Payal Agrawal, Structural Heart Division Abbott

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Diseases of heart are complex, success depends on innovation: Payal Agrawal, Structural Heart Division Abbott

The pandemic has had unprecedented effects on the healthcare system globally, and in India. Like with other diseases, cardiac care has also been affected. Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) refers to a problem with the heart’s structure that is present at birth. Such defects are not rare; more than 200,000 children are estimated to be born … Read more