Myocardial infarction: KK’s sudden demise puts focus on alarming heart ailment

Myocardial infarction: KK’s sudden demise puts focus on alarming heart ailment

Bollywood singer KK’s death, purportedly from a heart attack (myocardial infarction in medical terms) at 53 has shocked the nation. He had complained of uneasiness during a performance in Kolkata but still finished the show. A majority of Indians are unaware that they are hypertensive and prone to strokes. As a result, it is of … Read more

World Heart Day: Why are heart attacks on the rise among young Indians?

World Heart Day: Why are heart attacks on the rise among young Indians?

Individuals with age as low as 20-40 years have been seen to be affected by cardiovascular disorders (CVD). By Dr. Kamal Gupta  Non- Communicable Diseases are posing a great threat for the Indian Healthcare system. In the last decade Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have emerged as the leading cause of mortality in India. A quarter of … Read more