Heart attacks
Marawa in ICU after 3rd heart attack scare
The sports broadcaster has a history of heart attacks. In 2008 he suffered his first heart attack after a gym session at the age of 35 as well as in June 2017.
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Tech breakthrough offers early warning system for heart attacks
The technology, developed by teams at Oxford University and institutions in Germany and the United States, uses algorithms to examine the fat surrounding coronary arteries as it shows up on computed tomography (CT) heart scans.
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Oily fish still a good habit for heart health, US doctors say
The new scientific advisory reaffirms recommendations against fried fish and stresses the benefits of eating two 3.5-ounce servings a week of fish.
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[LISTEN] Why do fit, healthy people suffer heart attacks?
Dr Richard Nethononda, cardiologist at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, says participating regular sporting activity does not exonerate people from heart attacks.
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Go nutty: Variety of nuts tied to lower risk of heart disease
Researchers examined information on medical history, lifestyle and eating habits for more than 210,000 healthcare workers.
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A healthy heart can also help keep the mind sharp
Both the heart and brain need adequate blood flow. But blood vessels can narrow and harden over time, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes as well as cognitive decline.
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Heavy drinking tied to higher risk of heart attacks
Excessive drinking was also tied to a two-fold greater risk of atrial fibrillation, or an irregular rapid heartbeat, and a 2.3-fold increased risk of congestive heart failure.
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Heart problems tied to increased risk of suicide - study
Acute coronary syndrome has previously been linked with depression and an increased risk of poor health and death.
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[LISTEN] Why can 'healthy' people still have heart attacks?
Cardiologist Dr Richard Nethononda discusses some of the risk factors associated with heart attacks.
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Why are heart attacks worse for low-income communities?
The team of doctors calculated hospitalisation and mortality rates for each year from 1999 to 2013.
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Silent heart attacks strike more men but kill more women
Silent heart attacks, discovered during exams by cardiologists, are reportedly more common in men.
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NY City sued over salt warnings on restaurant menus
New York City adopted the rule in an effort to help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attacks.
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Skipping blood pressure pills may raise heart failure risk
The worst offenders who skipped medication accounted for 46 percent of heart failure patients.
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JHB man seeks help for R100k heart device
Malcolm Fritz is need of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator to regulate his heart.
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Two Bafana legends in serious condition in hospital
Neil Tovey had 3 heart attacks, while John 'Shoes' Mosheou is being treated for kidney problems.
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Quitting cigs helps heart - study
People who’ve quit smoking but have gained weight have a lower chance of suffering a heart attack.
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Study: HIV linked to heart attacks
A study shows people with HIV are 50 percent more likely to suffer from a heart attack.
