Dakshina Kannada records lowest heart attack rate; healthy lifestyle credited


Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Jul 4: In a positive health trend, Dakshina Kannada (DK) district has recorded a significantly low rate of heart attacks, thanks to the population’s increasing focus on a healthy lifestyle.

Dr Shivaprakash, superintendent of Wenlock Hospital, stated that people in Dakshina Kannada are more health-conscious compared to other districts. “If we look at data from the past six months, there has not been any major spike in heart-related tests. The lifestyle of residents has changed significantly — many engage in early morning walks, jogging, and moderate exercise,” he noted.

Interestingly, while intense gym workouts are less common in the district, people maintain a balanced diet and follow necessary levels of physical activity, which contributes to better heart health.

In the current year alone, over 50,000 individuals in the district have undergone heart check-ups at both government and private hospitals for various reasons. Of these, only 85 people succumbed to heart attacks — bringing the death rate from cardiac arrest over the past six months to just 0.17%, according to data from hospitals and the health department.

Many residents opt for heart check-ups either as a precautionary measure, due to early symptoms, post-surgery monitoring, or following sudden deaths.

At Wenlock Hospital between January and June, 7,146 individuals underwent echocardiograms, 7 took treadmill tests, and 272 had IP (in-patient) tests. Compared to last year, the number of tests has remained stable, showing no surge in suspected cardiac cases.

Dr Thimmaiah, district health officer, said, “There is no reason to panic about heart attacks in the district, but that does not mean symptoms should be ignored. Chest pain, burning sensation, pain in the left hand or jaw, and excessive sweating are signs that require immediate medical attention. Self-medication is dangerous and should be avoided.”

Dr Pradeep Pereira, president of the Cardiology Society, emphasized the importance of regular health check-ups, regardless of whether one has existing heart issues. He mentioned that the number of people getting heart screenings has gradually increased in recent years, helping in early detection and prevention of future complications.

In light of these encouraging figures and to better understand the local trends, a dedicated study on heart attack cases, their causes, and annual patterns is being planned through the district’s medical college. “We are considering conducting a detailed study under the leadership of the deputy commissioner. A separate meeting will be held to finalize the decision,” added Dr Thimmaiah.

 

 

 

 

  

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  • KRPrabhu, Bangalore

    Fri, Jul 04 2025

    Dakshina Kannada people are generally deemed as active and vibrant.This may be due to healthy living style coupled with more religious and less money mindedness.

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  • real kujuma, kodial

    Fri, Jul 04 2025

    if one eats fish curry, vegetable and brown rice as we do in Manga Land they will live longer as fish has omega three fatty acid which is very good for health and brown rice releases sugar slowly in body...

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  • Kiran Poojary, Mangaluru/Bengaluru

    Fri, Jul 04 2025

    We are hearing almost 1 daily heart attack and it is called lowest. The highest could be heartbreaking! Yesterday Infosys employee died, today morning a Body builder and Railway Employee from Ullal died due to heart attack in Hubballi.

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  • Alwyn, Mangalore

    Fri, Jul 04 2025

    Hummmmmm...May be most of them declared died.......No way....DK... having lowest heart attack cases...

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