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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). 

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.

Heart attack and cardiac arrest are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same.

The Asian diet has long been associated with many health benefits, including improved heart health. While there are many factors…

Those of South Asian descent have been found to be more than twice as likely to develop a heart attack or stroke, compared to those of European descent.

Angina is chest discomfort or pain, usually symptomatic of underlying coronary heart disease (CHD). CHD is the blockage of blood…

Doctor On Call, or DOC for short, is a brand new series brought to you by Medical Channel Asia. This…

Doctor On Call, or DOC for short, is a brand new series brought to you by Medical Channel Asia. This…

Coronary artery disease, or also known as coronary heart disease or ischaemic heart disease, is the leading cause of death…