Congenital heart disease: A defect in newborns
Congenital heart disease: A defect in newborns

Congenital heart disease (CHD) is one of the most common birth defects, affecting the structure of the heart and blood vessels. It can lead to symptoms such as cyanosis (bluish skin), swelling in the legs, rapid heartbeat, and fatigue. Despite medical advancements, early detection remains...

6 simple habits for heart disease prevention
6 simple habits for heart disease prevention

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of health complications worldwide, but prevention doesnt always require drastic lifestyle changes. Small, consistent adjustments to daily habits can significantly impact heart health over time. While many people focus on major interventions, the...

From diet to drugs, here's how young adults can protect their heart
From diet to drugs, here's how young adults can protect their heart

High cholesterol is a health concern that often goes unnoticed due to its lack of symptoms, allowing it to silently increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDLC), also known as bad cholesterol, contributes to plaque buildup in the arteries and causes...

Hassan Ariff laid to rest at Mirpur’s Martyred Intellectuals' Graveyard
Hassan Ariff laid to rest at Mirpur’s Martyred Intellectuals' Graveyard

A. F. Hassan Ariff, Lands, Civil Aviation, and Tourism Advisor to the Interim Government, was laid to rest at the Martyrs Intellectual Graveyard in Mirpur, Dhaka, on Monday morning. His funeral took place at approximately 10:30 a.m. The funeral was attended by his family, along with government...

Doctor recommends daily fruit snack, especially tomatoes, for better heart
Doctor recommends daily fruit snack, especially tomatoes, for better heart

Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in the UK, responsible for around a quarter of fatalities each year. It encompasses various conditions that affect the heart and circulatory system, such as high blood pressure, strokes, and coronary heart disease. While some heart issues are...

Irregular sleep patterns worse than insufficient sleep: Study
Irregular sleep patterns worse than insufficient sleep: Study

Sleeping and waking up at different times is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, even for people who get the recommended amount of sleep, according to new research. While most previous research has measured the impact of sleep length on human health, less is known about...

Truth about salt: world’s biggest hidden killers
Truth about salt: world’s biggest hidden killers

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends less than 5g of salt daily. The average British adult eats 8.4g of salt every day. Thats 40 per cent above the UKs recommended maximum, and almost 70 per cent above the WHOs recommendation. This matters. Excess salt consumption is linked to high...