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Feeling lightheaded when you get up too quickly? Doctors note that this can be indicative of fluctuations in blood pressure or circulation changes. Though it usually isn’t a cause for concern, if it happens often, it could reveal deeper health issues. Adopting measures like rising gradually and ensuring you drink enough fluids can enhance your…
Evenings feel harmless. Work slows, screens glow, snacks appear, and the body finally gets “me time.” But this is also when the heart quietly begins its recovery work. Blood pressure dips, heart rate steadies, and the body shifts into repair mode.Dr VP Sharma, Director and Senior Consultant Cardiology, Fortis Hospital Jalandhar, puts it clearly, “The…
Evenings feel harmless. Work slows, screens glow, snacks appear, and the body finally gets “me time.” But this is also when the heart quietly begins its recovery work. Blood pressure dips, heart rate steadies, and the body shifts into repair mode.Dr VP Sharma, Director and Senior Consultant Cardiology, Fortis Hospital Jalandhar, puts it clearly, “The…
Taking the stairs could be a straightforward way to assess your heart health. Experts emphasize that your breathing and heart rate’s recovery time post-exercise reflects your cardiovascular condition. If you find it takes longer than expected to bounce back, it might be a sign of stiff arteries or heart issues, highlighting the need for medical…
Same word, different mess, different threats The word plaque is doing a lot of work on social media, and that’s what makes it confusing.Tooth plaque is basically a sticky film that you can feel with your tongue when you wake up. It’s made of bacteria, food bits, and spit, all clinging to your teeth like…
Using a shopping cart in supermarkets is a no-brainer for many, and for those with children, the cart becomes more than a convenience. It is considered to be a safe option. But behind this convenience and “harmless” looking habit, lies the risk of exposure to a number of infections. Recently, double-board certified doctor Kunal Sood…
Soft and hard plaque are two different forms of fatty build-up inside your arteries, and both can quietly damage your heart over many years. The risk of heart attack becomes higher when soft plaque develops because it tends to rupture, but hard calcified plaque indicates prolonged disease progression, which reduces blood flow. Jeremy London, MD,…
The cases of the mutated strain of influenza A, H3N2 subclade K, is surging worldwide. The US has witnessed 1900 flu-related deaths so far this season, as per CDC. The aggressive variant is spreading fast, added with the gatherings during the holiday season.While the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention recommends vaccines as the…
A renowned cardiologist from Delhi has issued a cautionary note regarding the trend of taking early morning walks during the winter months. The chilly air constricts blood vessels, causing a rise in blood pressure and placing undue strain on the heart. Early morning walks feel peaceful in winter. The air seems fresh, the roads are…
The key to longevity doesn’t require extraordinary efforts or over-the-tops fads. The real secret lies in the everyday simple habits and mindful choices that build long-term health. Shedding light on this very concept, board-certified senior cardiologist Dr. Evan Levine, shared the 10 habits that can help add ten fulfilling years to your life. Dr Levine…
