heart attack

Facing a heart attack when alone? Here’s your survival guide

The natural response to a heart attack in a crowded public place would be to cry out for help. But what if you are home alone and have a heart attack? Well, here are some things you should do.

Early signs of heart attack: What every Bangladeshi should know

Did you know that according to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), in 2022, 17.45 per cent of the deaths in Bangladesh were attributed to heart attacks? The abrupt cutting off of blood flow to the heart muscle causes a heart attack.

Eat, sleep, move, repeat: The lazy person’s guide to cardiac health

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the idea of changing your lifestyle drastically for the sake of your cardiac health. However, the path to improved cardiac wellbeing is often made up of tiny, consistent steps.

Very lucky to be alive: Sushmita Sen

Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen shocked everyone when she announced on Instagram last week that she had suffered a massive heart attack. She had to undergo angioplasty and stent placement to ensure proper recovery.

Susmita Sen suffers heart attack

The actress’s fans wished her good health and prosperity, with one writing, “OMG! Take care of yourself! Good to know that you are doing well now Alhamdulillah! Much love to you always.”

BNP holding rally demanding Khaleda’s treatment abroad

BNP is holding a rally in front of Jatiya Press Club, demanding immediately allowing her to go abroad for better treatment.

Coronary heart disease – things you must know

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of death globally. Study shows that with certain precautions, one can significantly lower the risk of having a heart attack. A description of the causes, symptoms, preventive measures and other important facts about heart diseases has been provided below.

Study links divorce, low socioeconomic status to higher risk of 2nd heart attack, stroke

New European research finds that those who survive a heart attack may be at a higher risk of a second one if they are divorced or have a low socioeconomic status.

Heart patients at high risk

Cardiologists during their angioplasty and stent implant procedures on patients yesterday learnt stent suppliers went on an undeclared “strike”, putting heart patients' lives at stake and holding them hostage.

February 20, 2016

Stents and surgery equally durable, safe to reduce stroke risk: Study

Study finds doctors can choose a treatment option between stents and surgery to reduce stroke risk based on ease, comfort and best fit for a patient's individual medical condition.

January 26, 2016

Heart attack causes and symptoms are different in women than men

The causes of heart attacks and the warning symptoms that can signal the need for immediate medical attention are different in women than in men, according to a scientific statement issued today by the American Heart Association.

October 19, 2015