How intense workouts & lifestyle choices trigger heart attacks among youth – Firstpost

How intense workouts & lifestyle choices trigger heart attacks among youth – Firstpost

As cases of heart attacks among young gym-goers surge in India, concerns are rising about the factors contributing to this alarming trend. The root causes of this disturbing phenomenon are multifaceted, involving a combination of intense exercise regimens, underlying medical conditions, and detrimental lifestyle choices such as a poor diet and chronic stress. With an … Read more

Loneliness increases risk of dementia by over 30 per cent, review of studies suggests

Loneliness increases risk of dementia by over 30 per cent, review of studies suggests

NEW DELHI: Loneliness is a major risk factor that increases the risk of dementia by over 30 per cent, regardless of age or gender, a review of 21 long-term studies involving over six lakh participants worldwide has found. Loneliness, which involves one feeling dissatisfied with their social relationships, was also linked with symptoms preceding the … Read more

Many dementia cases could be prevented, but far from all: Study

Many dementia cases could be prevented, but far from all: Study

PARIS: Millions of cases of dementia could be prevented or delayed by reducing a range of risk factors such as smoking or air pollution, according to a major new study, though outside experts warn that such measures can only go so far.The debilitating condition, which progressively robs people of their memories, cognitive abilities, language and … Read more

Largest Young-Onset Dementia Study in the World Shows Hope for Prevention

Largest Young-Onset Dementia Study in the World Shows Hope for Prevention

A study done in the UK Biobank has revealed the dementia risk in young people if they have depression and Vitamin D deficiency. This is significant as NHS data predicts over one million people in the UK are likely to suffer from dementia by 2030. At present, one in 11 people over the age of … Read more