Heart diseases are the most common cause of death in most countries of the world. Globally, more than 20 crore people annually are diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD) and 2 crore of them lose their lives due to it, which accounts to 10% mortality rate. Continue reading →

Thomas Mnzel, Andrea Pozzer and Jos Lelieveld from the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany examine the links between the pandemic and health. An important observation during the COVID-19 pandemic was a huge reduction in the admission of patients with acute coronary syndrome to hospitals. Continue reading →

Ditching red meat for plant-based diet could reduce heart disease risk - 5 tips to make the switch | &nbspPhoto Credit:&nbspiStock Images New Delhi: We all know and realise the importance of a healthy heart. The heart is one of the most vital organs of the body and performs the primary function of pumping blood to the rest of the body. Without proper functioning of the heart, it may not be possible for the human body to stay alive, or stay healthy Continue reading →

Mahoning County's rate of COVID-19 deaths per 100,000 people is the second-highest in Ohio and at least four times higher than similar-size counties. The contributing factors will likely linger long after the pandemic, experts said. Mahoning County has by far the worst COVID-19 death rate among the most populous Ohio counties. Continue reading →

Replacing red meat with high-quality plant foods such as beans, nuts, or soy may be linked to a modestly reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), say researchers. The study, published in the journal the BMJ, suggests that substituting whole grains and dairy products for total red meat, and eggs for processed red meat, might also reduce this risk. Substantial evidence suggests that high consumption of red meat, especially processed red meat, such as bacon, hot dogs, sausages and salami, is associated with an increased risk of death and major chronic diseases, including coronary heart disease Continue reading →

Martin Daubney suggests a 'vegan tax' as they 'live longer' A stroke could cut your life short, or it could leave a debilitating mark on your everyday life. Prevention is better than cure - always. Here's how to reduce your risk of brain damage Continue reading →