HEART FAILURE
Astronauts confident Boeing space capsule can safely return them to Earth, despite failures
Helium leaks and thruster failures almost derailed their arrival at the International Space Station, and has kept them there much longer than planned. Now the earliest they could return may be the end of July, officials said. In their first news conference from orbit, the pair said they expect to return once thruster testing is complete here on Earth. They said they're not complaining about getting extra time in orbit, and are enjoying helping the station crew. Both have previously spent stints at the orbiting lab, which is also home to seven others.
Zydus Lifesciences gets USFDA nod to market chronic heart failure treatment drug
Zydus Lifesciences Ltd has received final approval from the USFDA to market its generic Sacubitril and Valsartan tablets for treating chronic heart failure in adults. The tablets come in strengths of 24 mg/26 mg, 49 mg/51 mg, and 97 mg/103 mg. The drug will be manufactured in Ahmedabad.
From napkin scribbles to heart pumps, a life-saving breakthrough from casual dinner talk
An Indian surgeon and Australian professor founded Cardiobionic to create affordable heart pumps. Patented prototypes, including a bi-ventricular assist pump, use a non-contact impeller and are undergoing animal tests. Cardiobionic has been funded by Indian investors and others
Here's how heat shuts down your heart
The critical danger point outdoors for illness and death from relentless heat is several degrees lower than experts once thought, say researchers who put people in hot boxes to see what happens to them.
Heart disease, stroke may hit 61% people in US by 2050, Hispanics, Blacks, Asians to suffer more
The American Heart Association said in a report released on Tuesday that by 2050, six out of 10 people in the US will be suffering from one type of cardiovascular disease CVD or the other. Know in detail.
Veteran Marathi actor Kshitji Zarapkar loses battle to cancer at 54
Zarapkar, a veteran director and actor, has graced the screens in numerous films including 'Gola Berji', 'Ideachi Kalpana', 'Ishhya', 'Marmabandh', 'Ek Kulti Ek', and more. His latest appearance was in the spy thriller web series 'Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy', directed by Shivam Nair. The series also featured Prakash Raj, Zain Khan Durrani, Adil Hussain, Harsh Chhaya, Barkha Bisht, and others.
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Borderless Healthcare: 19-yr-old Pakistani teen finds hope in Indian heart transplant
Ayesha Rashid, a 19-year-old from Karachi, Pakistan, received a life-saving heart transplant in Chennai, India, after facing financial and health challenges. Dr. KR Balakrishnan and Aishwaryam trust provided crucial support, highlighting the collaborative efforts that made the transplant possible. Ayesha's story underscores the importance of international cooperation in healthcare and the impact of individual acts of kindness.
Doctors combine a pig kidney transplant and a heart device in a bid to extend woman's life
Lisa Pisano's combination of heart and kidney failure left her too sick to qualify for a traditional transplant, and out of options. Then doctors at NYU Langone Health devised a novel one-two punch: Implant a mechanical pump to keep her heart beating and days later transplant a kidney from a genetically modified pig.
Aamir Khan opens up about 'Laal Singh Chaddha' setbacks, admits he made 'many mistakes’
Bollywood star Aamir Khan has opened up about the setbacks encountered with his recent film, 'Laal Singh Chaddha'. Despite the film's disappointing performance, Khan found solace in the unexpected support received post-release. He reflected on the valuable lessons gleaned from failure, acknowledging personal responsibility for the film's shortcomings.
Tony Ganios, the actor of 'The Wanderers' and 'Porky's' dies aged 64 years because of heart failure
Tony Ganios, the actor well known for roles he portrayed in 'The Wanderers' and 'Porky's' franchise, has died at the age of 64 years. Amanda Serrano-Ganios, the fiancée of Ganios took to social media on Tuesday to mourn the death of her partner.
Radio presenter Ameen Sayani passes away at 91
Renowned radio host Ameen Sayani, famed for his legendary show 'Geetmala,' passed away at the age of 91 on 20th Feb.
Researchers develop new protein risk score to predict death from heart failure
The researchers, from the National Institutes of Health in the US, utilised high-throughput proteomics to develop and validate the protein risk score, incorporating data from 7,289 plasma proteins in 1,351 heart failure patients.
Covid could trigger 'heart failure pandemic'. Health experts warn of 'global healthcare risk' after New Year
Health experts in the US have warned that the new coronavirus strain JN.1 will increase the chances of potential heart issues for those who catch the disease. It could trigger a "heart failure pandemic". Know in detail.
Ryan O’Neal's death cause: ‘Love Story’ actor died of congestive heart failure
Acclaimed actor Ryan O'Neal's died due to a prolonged battle with cardiomyopathy, ultimately succumbing to congestive heart failure. The details surrounding his passing emerged in a recently obtained death certificate, shedding light on the challenges he faced in his struggle with heart-related ailments.
Singer Anup Ghosal of 'Tujhse Naraz Nahi Zindagi' fame passes away at 78 following multi-organ failure
He had been hospitalised in south Kolkata for old age ailments and succumbed to multi-organ failure at 1.40 pm.
This painkiller can damage your health in the long run: Over-reliance on Meftal may trigger severe allergy, compromise heart health
While it can be tempting to reach out for a Meftal pill every time you develop a headache or abdominal pain, the damage it can cause to your health in the long-run cancels all short-term benefits.
Zydus Lifesciences gets USFDA nod for generic heart failure treatment drug
Ivabradine is indicated to reduce the risk of hospitalisation for worsening heart failure in adult patients with stable, symptomatic chronic heart failure with certain conditions, the company said. It is also used in children aged six months and older for the treatment of stable symptomatic heart failure due to cardiomyopathy, it added.
World Thrombosis Day: From losing weight to reducing stress, 4 ways to keep blood clots at bay
Every year, World Thrombosis Day is observed on October 13. The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis has set aside this day, to create more awareness about this health condition.
Sleep apnea: The sleep disorder that causes sleepless nights & poor heart health in 104 mn Indians
Sleep apnea is a disorder in which the patient struggles to breathe during sleep. This can cause one to snore or feel tired, even after a good night’s rest.
Yoga therapy shows promise for heart failure management, reports new study
A study conducted by researchers at Kasturba Medical College & Hospital in India has found that yoga therapy may be beneficial in controlling heart failure. The study involved 75 heart failure patients who were divided into two groups - one receiving yoga therapy in addition to regular medical care, and the other receiving only regular medical treatment. The findings suggest that including yoga therapy in routine cardiac care can improve heart function and overall quality of life for heart patients.
World Heart Day: 27% of deaths in India are caused by cardiovascular diseases
We should talk more about preserving heart health. In India, cardiovascular diseases account for more than 26 per cent of all deaths. Poor heart health is a leading cause of shortening of lifespan and increasing mortality rates.
Teenager engg student dies while playing garba, marking the 6th sudden death of a healthy person in a week
A 19-year-old engineering student, Vinit Kunvariya, died due to suspected cardiac failure during a garba session in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This incident has raised concerns about the unexplained deaths of young and seemingly healthy individuals in the Saurashtra region. Vinit collapsed after completing the first round of garba and was rushed to the hospital but could not be saved.
Hypertension can shorten your lifespan: First-ever WHO report says 1 in 3 adults affected by this 'silent death'; ways to keep condition at bay
As per the report, the number of people living with hypertension (with blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg) doubled between 1990 and 2019, from 650 million to 1.3 billion! To make matters worse, nearly half of these people are not aware of their ordeal.
Bengaluru airport's Terminal 2 to commence international operations from Aug 31
Passengers arriving at T2 can expect easy transfers, streamlined immigration and customs procedures. To enhance accessibility to T2, an additional 4.4 KM-long access road called the 'Terminal Boulevard' was inaugurated earlier this year, it said. This road connects to T2 departures and arrivals, providing a comfortable drive without any traffic signals. Complimentary shuttle services are also available at regular intervals between T1 and T2 for passenger convenience.
86 pc of employees feel reskilling, upskilling can help reduce unemployment: Report
Over 86 per cent of respondents feel reskilling and upskilling can reduce unemployment and help employees easily adapt to the evolving demands of the modern work environment, a report said on Saturday.The report by HR solutions provider Genius Consultants revealed that 86 per cent of employees interviewed feel reskilling and upskilling can help in reducing unemployment, however, 8 per cent disagreed saying that it will not have much effect on the current scenario.
Lupin Digital Health launches first-of-its-kind digital heart failure clinic
The digital clinic provides in-clinic consultation with at-home patient monitoring and care. A team of experts, including paramedics, nurses, cardio-therapists, health coaches and care managers, work together with the treating cardiologist to deliver improved patient health outcomes.
AstraZeneca gets GCGI approval to import heart failure drug
AstraZeneca Pharma India on Monday said it has received approval from the Drugs Controller General of India to import heart failure treatment drug Dapagliflozin tablets. The company has received permission from the DCGI to import pharmaceutical formulations of a new drug for sale, the drug firm said in a regulatory filing.
A 41-yr-old Gujarat cardiologist - who performed 16K surgeries - dies of heart failure
Dr Gaurav Gandhi made a significant impact on the lives of thousands of patients as he successfully operated on over 16,000 individuals during his illustrious medical career.
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