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Topic: Cardiac arrest

Shefali Jariwala’s death spotlights world of anti-ageing treatments built on big claims, little science

Anti-ageing treatments include broad spectrum of substances—from antioxidant supplements & growth hormone boosters, to testosterone therapy, among other things.

BJP calls Siddaramaiah ‘anti-science’ for linking cardiac-related deaths in Hassan to COVID vaccines

BJP accuses Siddaramaiah of deflecting attention from string of cardiac-related deaths in Hassan, says ‘questioning vaccine is anti-science, anti-people’.

Bee sting-induced heart attack—what is the rare reaction that claimed industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s life

Kapur died of a heart attack after reportedly swallowing a bee during a polo match. Doctors say stings in the mouth can trigger acute allergic reactions and cardiac arrest.

Mumbai tech firm founder’s death during ED raid was not a one-off. Here are other similar cases

ED officials took Vakrangee founder Nandwana to hospital where he was declared dead. Here are some recent instances of deaths of those facing probes by various investigating agencies.

Which Medicines Are Essential for Cardiac Patients?

The range of medications available for cardiac patients today represents a significant advancement in managing heart health. Understanding and adhering to prescribed regimens are crucial for effectively mitigating risks associated with heart diseases.

Jailed gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari dies of cardiac arrest in UP’s Banda, say authorities

Ansari was taken to Banda Medical College Thursday after his health deteriorated. His brother Afzal Ansari, who is a Ghazipur MP, alleged that he was given poison in jail.

A new AI tool can predict if you’ll have a heart attack 10 years later, shows 1st global trial

Trial carried out by researchers associated with University of Oxford. Findings show treatment could be improved in 45% patients and the lives of thousands at risk could be saved.

Lancet panel calls for public access defibrillators, cheaper genetic tests as sudden cardiac deaths rise

In report published in the medical journal, expert panel says SCD may account for 15-20% of overall mortality worldwide. Indian doctors say multidisciplinary approach key for country.

Covid, pollution could have raised sudden cardiac arrests by 2-3 times, says top cardiologist

New Delhi: Rising pollution levels and Covid-19 could have raised the number of sudden cardiac arrests (SCAs) in India by 2-3 times, a top...

Panic after Puneeth Rajkumar’s sudden death, Karnataka hospitals see 30% rise in cardiac tests

Doctors say most patients signing up for 'knee-jerk' cardiac tests are in their 20s or 30s, and seem unsettled by the death of Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar due to a heart attack.

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Dogs matter more to Indian middle class than people

Why do people who complain that our municipalities are incapable of offering proper shelter to dogs not worry about the pathetic shelter offered to refugees and victims of political persecution?

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

India, US troops to undertake joint military exercise next month, first after Op Sindoor

21st edition of annual joint military exercise will be held from 1 to 16 September, aimed at sharing military tech, operational best practices & disaster relief coordination methods.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.