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Introduction
It is a constant cycle that life keeps changing, it is a cycle that never stays the same, and so on. Four years have passed since the pandemic shook the world. People have shifted their home base, health base, quality base, and detriment base into the so-called new normal and henceforth regained their pre-COVID normal.
In the context of the “new normal,” our daily routines are guided by the enduring principles and regulations that have long upheld the importance of maintaining a disciplined, determined, hardworking, and healthy lifestyle.
The new normal is also emphasized by the old philosophical trends and restrictions, which actually made mankind turn back to that era or generation where healthcare sanitation, bodily sanitation, healthy living, and a proclivity towards a better Life were adopted.
Amidst all of this, people still are worried about their health – about the aftermath of COVID and what the scenario of their health is after this pandemic.
Meet the Author
Dr.Vedala Ramakrishna is a Preventive Diabetes Specialist and Medical Researcher in “Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine.” He emphasizes the adage, “Health is an integral part of humanity from god, and it
should be treated as a divine entity.”
Dr. Vedala Ramakrishna is the inventor and innovator behind the BIOGEN HEART project, which focuses on anti-aging and promoting longevity. He employs a precision care-centric approach in his practice, emphasizing proactive and preventive treatment measures.
Global Impact of Cardiovascular Diseases: Statistics and Challenges
- Over 422 million people worldwide suffer from cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD accounted for a major chunk of 17.9 million deaths per year, making it the leading cause of global mortality.
- Heart failure has affected 64 million people worldwide. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the leading causes of heart disease, impacting and affecting about 126 million people globally.
Now, if you see the statistics, CVD mortality rates were highest in low and middle-income countries, which account for over 75% of global mortality. - Hypertension has affected over 1.1 billion people worldwide. High cholesterol has had affected 39% of adults globally in 2019.
- Heart disease resulted in significant economic burdens, with estimated global losses of over $1 trillion in 2019.
Many studies and research have already signified the heavy burden of heart disease on global health before the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has then further highlighted these concerns.
Post-Vaccine Improvements and Ongoing Challenges in Cardiovascular Health
As the world, universe, and more move toward endemic cater, continued challenges will continue to lock us, and so will newer solutions unlock them. Today, most big issues rotate around the pandemic’s hitting effects. These societal changes are all over the nation and the world, and maybe the challenges cropped up a multitude of times as big as the pandemic, but still, people’s health looms large, and it should be a significant concerning factor for every individual to think of.
After COVID-19 vaccination, there have been many improvements and some concerns.
There has been reduced severity related to cardiovascular problems. Many studies have shown that people who have been vaccinated have had fewer cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and stroke when compared to individuals who are not vaccinated. Fewer complications of diseases have been notice also many myths prevailed, and many research organizations have claimed an association between heart disease and the post-vaccination effect, though the figures and data have been very minimal and negligible. Vaccination also has an advantage that is associated with reduced risk of cardiac arrhythmias.
There are also concerns about conditions like myocarditis and pericarditis. However, what is important to know is that data about heart-related issues after COVID-19 vaccination is emerging, and much research should be done to understand the effects of vaccination on cardiovascular health.
COVID-19 also has an effect on the respiratory system, such as pneumonia and, more severely, acute respiratory distress syndrome, or ARDS. New variants may cause airway disease, like bronchitis.
Some mortality issues have cropped up after taking the vaccination, which people claim has adverse effects on CVS, and young age people have collapsed, although they did not have any cardiac problems.
There are several potential reasons why this might occur. It could be related to exposure to loud or persistent noises, unresolved stress, psychological factors, or long-term lifestyle habits. However, we should not neglect or ignore the fact that there are possibilities of sudden cardiac death, although much research has to be done on this aspect. This is way too early and premature to declare the cause of mortality in such youngsters.
Though many countries have had their own policies about measures and precautions and also those have been relaxed as well, it’s also wise to see whether these relaxed ways should be continued ahead. General life ways like wearing masks to frequent hand-washing, are still needed. It’s regulatory enough to provide self-based immunity by refraining to eat outside food, unless the eateries or restaurants offer good healthy food.
Routine lab investigations and blood pressure monitoring along with Electrocardiogram, Echocardiogram, C-reactive protein (CRP), and cardiac markers test are to be done. Speaking of the vaccine’s immunity, it will make our human body system more resilient and help us fight back against the virus by having very little collateral damage. Additionally, the vaccine will contribute to enhancing the healing process.
When it comes to protecting our health, many new and exciting aspects and connections have emerged.
Social distancing and lockdown measures may have advantages in controlling the spread of the virus, but they also have side effects, such as an increased sedentary lifestyle, which has contributed significantly to weight gain, reduced physical activity, and overall poor cardiovascular health. Also read “Managing heart failure” at https://journals-times.com/2024/07/15/how-does-heart-failure-affect-the-bodys-ability-to-function/
Dietary Challenges: Processed Foods and Limited Access to Healthy Options
The high consumption of processed foods, the lack of knowledge about the consumption of the ingredients (macro and micro, organic or inorganic), and the lack of access to good food and healthy eating options have contributed greatly to such a situation and state.
There has also been much talk on the mental issues faced by people during the pandemic, such as stress, anxiety, and depression, and changes seen in sleep patterns, with an increase in screen time on television and mobile phones and also an increment in alcohol consumption.
The turbocharged urgency into positive research towards lifesaving vaccines, the public health measures, which we all learned, and also the myriad adaptations and regulations that we all have implemented in our lives and work has made the world change, but yet the question remains as to where are we standing or sitting on this day, and how far have we come or gone post covid but maintaining a watchful attitude may always be better and suitable for human life.
People can always see, view, and adopt a better lifestyle to combat heart-related problems.
There have also been many positive changes—such as increased awareness and habituated adaptation of healthy ways, the shift of work to remote modality, technological inheritance by people like telemedicine, and usage of online applications.
People can always see, view, and adopt a better lifestyle to combat heart-related problems. Regular physical exercise (walking, jogging, aerobics, and more), a Healthy diet focusing on vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy fats, and Practicing age-old traditions and methods like meditation, yoga, and attaining mindfulness are always in vogue.
Maintain consistent sleep timing, nurture social relationships through constant communication, establish dedication to work, regularly check health parameters like blood pressure, blood sugar, and lipid profile, and drink more water and keep oneself hydrated at all times.
Limit mobile and television screen time and associate healthy lifestyle ways and methodologies with them, like watching the skies, viewing birds, and exploring space and Life in the skies.
Follow credible sources about the latest happenings worldwide and learn about countries and their cultures, traditions, and heritage.
Also, knowing what is essential to eat and having good eating habits (including macro and micronutrients) without having excessive eating habits will be good and beneficial.
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Having a positive mindset, practicing gratitude to the almighty God for this beautiful life that has been given to us, and making our lives brighter in small or large ways will go a long way toward creating a cardiovascular problem, or disease-free environment.
With everything said and done, the important thing lies in incorporating life into our lifestyle.
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