Browsing: Cardiovascular

In a momentous occasion, the Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) unveiled its Heart and Lung building, marking a significant leap forward in the region’s healthcare landscape. Nestled in the heart of Western Visayas, this state-of-the-art facility stands as a beacon of excellence, offering comprehensive cardiovascular and pulmonary care services to patients across the region.

The sweltering heat of the sun, heightened by the ongoing effects of climate change, poses significant health risks, as warned by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

In a bid to combat the rising tide of obesity and associated health risks, the Department of Health-Center for Health Development (DOH-CHD) in Bicol has issued a compelling call to action.

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Combating Heart Disease in Southeast Asia: A Critical Health Priority The increasing prevalence of heart disease in Southeast Asia presents…

 Data shows that Malaysians are getting cardiovascular disease (CVD) approximately ten years earlier than the global average. The Malaysian National Heart Association published a position paper recently and found that the relative age of Malaysians with heart disease was lower when compared to other countries. 

In a groundbreaking healthcare advancement, Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital has integrated a catheterisation laboratory (cath lab) with a cardiac MRI facility, transforming emergency cardiac care in Thailand.

A recent study shows that delaying sleep by just 90 minutes each night damages blood vessels, contributing to the development of cardiovascular diseases. A study conducted in the University of Columbia recently showed that mild sleep restriction among female individuals causes an increase in oxidative stress in blood vessels. It is the first direct evidence linking mild, chronic sleep deficits to causing heart disease.

World Heart Day stands as a universal reminder for us to ponder upon the significance of our hearts, not just as an organ, but as a symbol of unity and life. It’s more than just hearing and feeling the heartbeat; it’s about understanding the vitality of making the right decisions and acting courageously for the betterment of humanity and nature. In a special way, “For Every Heart” becomes a mantra, bringing the spotlight onto the beneficiaries and personalising this noble cause.

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