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National Heart Institute completes 35 years – Celebrates by launching eye-opening data
National Heart Institute completes 35 years – Celebrates by launching eye-opening data
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By eHealth Network - 19 August 2016
On the occasion of completing 35 years of medical excellence, the National Heart Institute (NHI) on 19 August released data.
Dr O P Yadava, CEO& Chief Cardiac Surgeon, National Heart Institute reiterated committed to making quality heart care accessible to the masses & raising preventive health awareness
Overview
With studies revealing the increased risk of coronary heart diseases among Indians, India is slowly heading towards becoming the heart disease capital of the world. In comparison to other countries, Indians have a four-fold higher prence and death risk resulting from a heart attack. Additionally, another disturbing trend is the premature age of onset and increased incidence among women.
Dr Vinod Sharma, Vice Chief utive Officer & Head of Cardiology Services, National Heart Institute, expressed concern over increased number heart disease cases in women
Key Statistics
- Reveals a 10 per cent increase in heart diseases & associated illnesses among women and 28 per cent in those below 40.
- Has considered a sample of patients admitted to NHI from 2012 to 2016.
- An increased number of pre-menopausal women are being treated for heart disease due to lifestyle factors
- A sizeable 25 per cent of the total bypass surgeries are conducted in women.
- 10 per cent increase in the number of women admitted to the institute in a span of 5 years
Key Reasons
- Cigarette smoking
- Unhealthy diet
- High-stress levels
- Dangerous weight loss practices
- Less vigilant screening & treatment of heart diseases
Preventive Care Initiatives of National Heart Institute (NHI)
- Organises regular camps
- Partners with several leading non-government organizations (NGOs)
- Runs a successful programme with the Government of Uttarakhand
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