Tag: Myocardial infarction
Heart attacks more likely to happen on Monday: Study
This is known as an ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and occurs when a large coronary artery is completely blocked. The researchers found a spike in the number of STEMI heart attacks at the beginning of the work week, with the highest on Monday. STEMI values were also higher than expected on Sunday. Scientists have…
Women more likely to die from heart attack than men: Study
“These women need regular follow-up after a cardiac event, tight control of blood pressure, cholesterol levels and diabetes, and referral to cardiac rehabilitation. Smoking among young women is on the rise, and this should be addressed, along with promoting exercise and healthy lifestyles. .” Previous studies have shown that women with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI)…
Sedentary Time May Enlarge Adolescents’ Hearts: Research
London [UK]April 20 (ANI): An article published in the Scandinavian Journal of MedicineScience in Sports claimed that sedentary time can increase heart size three times more than moderate to vigorous physical activity among young people. The study was carried out in collaboration between the University of Bristol in Great Britain, the University of Exeter in…