SHAKE HEART

S H A K E – SAVING HEART ATTACK KEY EFFORTS
CREATING AWARENESS TO PREVENT HEART ATTACKS

International cardiac experts convene in Dubai for SHAKE Heart Conference 2024

Initiative by Dr Brajesh Mittal raises awareness to curb acute heart attacks in UAE
Acute heart attacks, medically termed as Acute ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), pose a major threat to people across all adult age groups, and significantly impacts a family particularly when the victim is in the younger age group. That said, it is also one of the very few life-threatening health conditions which if recognised well in time, and treated promptly and appropriately can help save lives.

SHAKE Heart, a platform set up by Dubai-based Dr Brajesh Mittal, aims at doing just that: raising awareness through conferences and talks of the critical importance of swift recognition and intervention to curb the impact of this silent killer.Acute heart attacks, medically termed as Acute ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), pose a major threat to people across all adult age groups, and significantly impacts a family particularly when the victim is in the younger age group. That said, it is also one of the very few life-threatening health conditions which if recognised well in time, and treated promptly and appropriately can help save lives.

SHAKE Heart, a platform set up by Dubai-based Dr Brajesh Mittal, aims at doing just that: raising awareness through conferences and talks of the critical importance of swift recognition and intervention to curb the impact of this silent killer.Acute heart attacks, medically termed as Acute ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), pose a major threat to people across all adult age groups, and significantly impacts a family particularly when the victim is in the younger age group. That said, it is also one of the very few life-threatening health conditions which if recognised well in time, and treated promptly and appropriately can help save lives.

SHAKE Heart, a platform set up by Dubai-based Dr Brajesh Mittal, aims at doing just that: raising awareness through conferences and talks of the critical importance of swift recognition and intervention to curb the impact of this silent killer.

Advances in cardiac care highlighted

In its eighth edition, the annual SHAKE Heart Conference, this year brought together internationally renowned heart specialists, both in person and virtually, at the prestigious Dusit Thani Hotel in Dubai. This one-day event, accredited by CME, fielded experts from across the globe to discuss cutting-edge advancements in cardiac care. The acronym SHAKE stands for Saving Heart Attacks-Key Efforts, a fitting descriptor for the conference’s mission.

Leading the charge as the architect of this transformative event is Dr Mittal, Deputy Medical Director and Interventional Cardiologist at Medcare Hospital Dubai. The head of the hospital’s cardiology department, he emphasised the conference’s crucial role in combating heart disease, a malady that affects men and women alike.

Underscoring the evolving landscape of cardiovascular diseases, particularly in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, Dr Mittal remarked, “Though coronary artery disease is the most common, incidences of pulmonary embolisms are also on the rise especially in people in the age group of 30-40 years. Sophisticated, appropriate, and early use of advanced techniques can save precious lives.’’

Innovation in latest intervention strategies

Throughout the conference, attendees were treated to a series of engaging and insightful presentations by esteemed international cardiologists. These sessions delved into the latest techniques, supported by compelling case studies. Beyond mere education, the event fostered a dynamic exchange of ideas among medical professionals, paving the way for collaborative discussions on innovative intervention strategies.

Addressing the gathering remotely, Dr Azad Moopen, founder and chairman of Aster DM Healthcare says, “I am hopeful that this conference will provide more insights in educating about acute heart attacks and narrowing the significant gap by creating awareness of the importance of early recognition and early treatment of this major killer.“

Considering the rising incidence of heart disease and its occurrence at younger ages in the UAE, staying abreast of medical advancements is imperative. The SHAKE Heart Conference serves as a vital platform for disseminating knowledge and promoting awareness in the fight against cardiovascular ailments.

Dr Mohammad Al Redha, President-Emirates Health Informatics Society, meanwhile, concluded, “Through the convergence of digital health technologies and cardiac care, we’re witnessing a profound transformation in how we combat acute heart attacks like STEMI. By equipping healthcare professionals with cutting-edge tools and empowering the public with comprehensive education, we’re not just saving lives, but reshaping the very landscape of cardiovascular medicine.”

Source: Gulf News

Link: https://gulfnews.com/gn-focus/international-cardiac-experts-convene-in-dubai-for-shake-heart-conference-2024-1.1714728688454

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DO NOT DRIVE TO HOSPITAL

November 27, 2015 by Source - Gulf News
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Call 999 if you suspect you’re having a heart attack instead of trying to drive to a hospital, a senior cardiologist said on the sidelines of the Scale Heart conference in Dubai on Friday.

Many patients suffering a heart attack put themselves in grave danger by delaying treatment, Dr Brajesh Mittal, head of the cardiology department at Al Garhoud Private Hospital, told Gulf News.

“In the UAE, delays start from the patient’s side. Patients are reluctant [to go to the hospital]; they are in denial,” Dr Mittal said.

The conference, being held under the patronage of Sami Dhaen Al Qamzi, director-general of the Department of Economic Development-Dubai, seeks to help health care professionals from across the country understand how to eliminate delays in treating heart attack patients.

“We do not have UAE data, but a patient arriving in his own car is common… when a patient arrives in an ambulance and anything happens at least the medics can take care of it,” Dr Mittal said.

Driving to a hospital is also a risk to other motorists as patients having a heart attack usually lose consciousness or become dizzy.

Once in the hospital, removing delays in treating heart attack patients is also crucial. Promptly doing an electrocardiogram, correctly interpreting the results, and performing the correct strategy to treat the patient are also key.

Removing the blockage in the artery as quickly as possible is crucial. Waiting out treatment could cause more heart muscles to die.

A heart attack occurs when the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart is blocked causing the heart muscles to die. Dead heart muscle, or tissue, leaves a scar, which interrupts the coordinated muscle action needed to pump blood.

Cardiovascular diseases were the leading cause of death globally between 2000 and 2012, killing 17.5 million people in 2012, or three in every 10 deaths, according to the World Health Organisation.

In the UAE, cardiovascular diseases are also a top killer, but heart attacks are striking 20 years earlier.

Globally, one in two heart attack patients drive themselves to hospital, according to the American Heart Association.

Five signs of a heart attack

  1. Serious heaviness in the chest as if a boulder is pressing on it.
  2. Pain in the jaw or left arm, occasionally on the right arm.
  3. Excessive sweating.
  4. Serious shortness of breath.
  5. Loss of consciousness or dizziness.

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