Doctors advise that during a heatwave, staying hydrated and wearing light, loose-fitting clothing are essential for preventing heat-related illnesses. Experts recommend drinking water regularly throughout the day, even before you feel thirsty, to maintain proper fluid balance. Additionally, choosing breathable, light-colored fabrics—such as cotton—can help your body sweat evaporate more efficiently and keep you cool.


Heatwave: Doctors Advise Hydration & Light Clothing During Heatwave

The study which was based on earlier research found that women who suffered from uterine fibroids may have an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

Study: Fibroids Can Increase Risk of Heart Diseases by 81% 

Uterine fibroids are common non-cancerous growths in women, but new research warns they may have serious health implications. A recent study suggests women with fibroids face up to an 81% higher risk of developing heart disease, raising fresh concerns about long-term cardiovascular health.


Study: Uterine fibroids can spike heart diseases 

A global clinical trial involving more than 17,000 participants has revealed that the weight-loss drug Ozempic can dramatically reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes — even in patients who don’t lose weight. Researchers say the findings could redefine the treatment of heart disease and reshape global cardiovascular care, marking a breakthrough moment in preventive medicine.

Should Everyone With Heart Disease Take Ozempic?

Standing desks were introduced in some workplaces not so long ago to address health issues associated with long hours of sitting. But now a large study has found that these design innovations cannot solve heart problems or stroke risk.

Standing desks were once touted as beneficial for health. New study says they could add to problems

Today is World Heart Day and it's a moment to reflect on the growing global heart disease crisis and how we can combat it. Cardiovascular conditions are the leading cause of death worldwide but do we understand what we could do to save lives in an emergency? Join us as we explore the vital measures that can make a difference.

World Heart Day: Understanding The Importance Of CPR In Emergency Situations

According to doctors and scientists, thousands of women are losing their lives due to heart disease because of the misconception that it is a 'man’s disease'. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Women Dying ‘Unnecessarily’ Due To Heart Disease

Severe tooth loss that generally happens in old age is now not just a dental issue but is linked to the higher risk of dying from stroke or other heart disease. Several studies have broadly defined the link between losing one or more teeth and an increased risk of cardiovascular and heart diseases.

Study finds severe tooth loss linked to increased risk of heart disease

Young to middle-aged women who drink more than one alcoholic drink a day, on average, were more likely to develop coronary heart disease than people who drink less, according to new research presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session.

Alcohol consumption linked to increased heart disease risk in young women: Study

Researchers have found that high levels of niacin, an essential B vitamin, could be directly linked with an increased risk of heart disease. The report, published in Nature Medicine, reveals that increased niacin level leads to high inflammation and damage to blood vessels.

High intake of niacin, essential B vitamin, linked to increased risk of heart disease: Study

A kinder, understanding workplace, which allows space for work-life balance, can lead to better heart health among older employees, a study has found. According to a report published in the American Journal of Public Health, the hearts of older employees can experience reverse ageing if a cooperative environment is provided, meaning their hearts might act like those five to ten years younger.

Kinder, flexible workplaces lead to better heart health among older employees: Study

An American woman with a rare genetic heart condition has no pulse in her body and says she “runs off batteries”. Sofia Hart, a 30-year-old woman from Massachusetts, has irreversible dilated cardiomyopathy.

This 30-year-old American woman has no pulse and 'runs on batteries'

According to a study, obesity during early pregnancy appears to be a strong predictor of future cardiovascular disease and has been linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes such as high blood pressure, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes.

Pregnancy complications enhance short, long-term risk of heart disease for people with obesity: Study

Two doctors who were on board an IndiGo plane came to the rescue of a child who developed severe breathing issues. The incident happened on Saturday (Sept 30) when the flight, which took off from eastern Ranchi city, was on its way to the capital Delhi city.

India: Two doctors rescue child having breathing issues mid-air

Climbing 50 stairs a day can help keep doctors away, a new study has revealed. According to research published in the journal Atherosclerosis, ascending more than five flights of stairs (50 steps) every day can reduce the risk of heart-related diseases by 20 per cent.

Climbing 50 stairs a day helps keep doctors away, reduces heart disease risk: Study

World Health Organization, in a report released last week, said that more than 180 million (or 18 Crore) people in India are living with hypertension. But despite that, only 37 per cent are aware of their condition as such.

WHO report shows how Indians struggle to control their blood pressure

According to a recent study, going above the World Health Organization (WHO) ozone limit is linked to significant increases in heart attack, heart failure, and stroke hospital admissions.

New Study: Ozone related with rising hospitalisation for health disease

The experimental obesity drug of Amgen Inc showed trends of promising durability in its initial trial, making way for a large mid-stage study in the next years, said company officials on Saturday, before the data presentation.

Experimental obesity drug promising, demonstrating durability, claims pharma firm

According to a new world’s largest study of its kind, an artificial intelligence tool can scan eyes and accurately predict a person’s risk of “silent killer” heart diseases, in less than a minute.

AI predicts risk of heart disease with simple eye test, in less than a minute, says study

In a latest study, it has been revealed that drinking a can of diet soft drink every day could increase the risk of heart disease. French researchers have been tracking 103,000 adults for 9 years to understand the link between artificial sweeteners and heart problems.

Study: Diet soda increases risk of heart disease; Artificial sweeteners in diet drinks harmful

A new report has shone the light on the stark difference between cardiovascular diseases or heart diseases in men and women. The American Heart Association (AHA) has released research warning that crucial indicators that a woman has or may develop heart disease in the future are frequently overlooked because they are more subtly displayed than in men.

Research shows that women heart diseases are often overlooked

Researchers announced on Tuesday (July 12) that surgeons at NYU Langone Health have successfully transplanted genetically-engineered pig hearts into two brain-dead patients.

Genetically-engineered pig hearts successfully transplanted into brain-dead patients

A study has now found that soil pollution may be just as bad for your heart as it is for our planet. Researchers in Germany point out that pollutants in soil could be damaging our hearts.

WION Fineprint | Soil pollution causing heart ailments?

Eating raw vegetables is always hailed to be a good idea. Vegetables have variety of benefits. Such a diet has even found to be helping reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Raw vegetables alone may not protect you from heart diseases

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