‘You rarely see a panicking Russian': Surgeons continue critical surgery during 8.8 earthquake
In Kamchatka, a Russian peninsula, doctors kept performing surgery during the quake. A video shows how doctors calmly handled the situation and continued the critical surgery without stopping.
'Doctors in Kamchatka kept calm during the powerful quake — and never stopped the surgery. They stayed with the patient until the end. The patient is doing well, according to the Health Ministry,' RT posted on Twitter (now X) while sharing the viral video.
The earthquake, part of the Pacific Ring of Fire activity, caused 3–4 metre waves along Russia's eastern coast. Evacuations were ordered in several coastal areas.
Social media users hailed the effort. One of them called the doctors 'brave dear people'.
'You rarely see a panicking Russian,' came from another.
'Imagine waking up from surgery and learning that you were just unconscious through the 6th largest earthquake in recorded history,' wrote a social media user.
'This is such a relief from the repetitive "Oh My God!" of Americans! Quick, reasonable action without a word,' wrote another who praised the calmness of the Russian doctors.
Another wrote, 'Praying right now for the Russian people near the Tsunami. Praying also for all the other people in/near the vicinity of the Tsunami. May no one get hurt!'
'In the US they would have stopped the surgery. because there is no insurance code number for earthquakes,' commented another.
After tsunami waves hit Hawaii and parts of the US West Coast, the alert level in Hawaii was lowered to a tsunami advisory. People in Oahu who had moved to higher ground were told they could return.
However, Alaska, Oregon, Washington and parts of California still remain under tsunami advisories, according to the ABC News.
A warning was in place for the coastline between Cape Mendocino and the Oregon border. Waves were seen in Monterey and San Francisco.
According to officials, a tsunami warning means dangerous flooding and strong currents are expected. A tsunami watch means a tsunami might happen.
Hawaii Governor Josh Green said no damage had been reported, but more waves could come.
"So far, though, at the moment, so good," ABC News quoted Green as saying.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
NDTV
26 minutes ago
- NDTV
Trump's New Health Data Tracking System Raises Privacy Concerns
Washington: President Donald Trump has announced a plan for a new private health tracking system that will make it easier for patients to access their health records and monitor their wellness across health care systems and technologies. The system, however, is raising a host of privacy questions. The collaboration between the federal government and Big Tech would allow patients to more seamlessly track and share their medical records or data among doctors, hospital systems and health apps, the administration and participating companies say. Details of the system were announced Wednesday during a White House event dubbed "Making Health Technology Great Again." The system would be maintained by the federal government through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, pulling health data kept by Big Tech companies like Amazon, Google and Apple as well as major health companies like hospital system Cleveland Clinic and insurer UnitedHealth Group. Patients will need to opt in to have their medical records and data shared, which CMS says will be kept secure. Once a patient is in the system, their information could be shared across apps or health systems that have joined the initiative. So, for example, the Apple Health app on your iPhone that tracks your daily step count or your sleep could access lab results from your doctor's office. Putting that information together, the Trump administration says, will offer a fuller picture of your health. Apps and AI technology could also help people make better choices at the grocery store or identify patterns in their day-to-day life that might be affecting their health, said US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr during Wednesday's White House event. "Now if you have your medical records, you can get personalised advice," Kennedy said. Currently, there's no unified database where a person's health data and medical records are kept. Each health system stores, shares and releases patients' records in different ways, with some even still faxing records to doctors working in other offices or hospitals. Some health networks have their own apps or websites that allow patients to look up their records online. The US Department of Health and Human Services says that 60 companies have signed on to work with the system and that they have pledged to "deliver results to the American people in the first quarter of 2026." The Trump administration, however, made a similar proposal back in 2018 that never fully came to fruition. Patient advocates and ethicists say many may worry about how their health information - something Americans have long carefully guarded - could be used in ways that they don't want or expect. "There are enormous ethical and legal concerns," said Lawrence Gostin, a Georgetown University law professor who specializes in public health. "Patients across America should be very worried that their medical records are going to be used in ways that harm them and their families." Also, digital privacy advocates say they are skeptical that patients will be able to count on their data being stored securely. "This scheme is an open door for the further use and monetization of sensitive and personal health information," said Jeffrey Chester at the Center for Digital Democracy.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
Is your heart aging faster than you? US cardiologists develop tool to calculate the actual 'heart age'
'Child at heart' has never been more relevant! Or is it 'old at heart'? Do you think your heart's the same age as your calendar age? Think again. A team of US cardiologists has launched a free online tool that calculates your cardiovascular 'heart age' using familiar health metrics, like blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes status, kidney function, and smoking history. The system translates complex cardiovascular risk into a simple age, making it easier to understand and take action. Launched alongside a large nationwide study of over 14,000 adults (aged 30-79), the tool reveals many Americans have hearts aging faster than expected. Here's how it works, who's most affected, and what you can do to turn back the clock. What the study revealed Researchers at Northwestern University published their findings on July 30 in JAMA Cardiology , using the PREVENT risk equations developed by the American Heart Association . These modern equations incorporate routine health data and reflect diverse populations more accurately than older models like Framingham. When applied to participants from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2011–2020), the tool revealed that over 50% of adults have 'heart ages' that exceed their actual age. What exactly is 'heart age'? Heart age refers to the estimated age of a person's cardiovascular system based on their risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, and physical inactivity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Hiranandani Fortune City: At Panvel, Mumbai: 2BHK: 1.05 Cr* Hiranandani Fortune City Enquire Now Undo It's a way to understand how lifestyle and health choices affect the health of your heart, potentially making it older or younger than your actual age. The 'heart age' calculator The study led by Dr. Sadiya Khan of Northwestern University introduced the tool in JAMA Cardiology, basing it on the PREVENT risk model, an updated alternative to older frameworks like the Framingham Risk Score. The online calculator translates users' routine health data into a 'heart age' score that aims to make cardiovascular risk more relatable and actionable, especially in busy primary care settings. The shocking truth about most Americans' 'heart age' Using data from over 14,000 adults in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the study found: Women averaged a heart age of 55.4, while their actual age averaged 51.3 Men averaged a heart age of 56.7, compared to an actual age of 49.7 That means many Americans could have hearts that are 4-7 years older than their birth certificate suggests. Sociodemographic factors sharpened the disparity. On average, Black men had a heart age that was 8.5 years older than their chronological age while Black women's hearts were 6.2 years older than their actual age. Hispanic men had a gap of 7.9 years between their heart age and actual age, compared to a gap of 4.8 years for Hispanic women. Lower education levels (especially high school or less) were associated with wider heart-age gaps, often exceeding a decade. Meanwhile, white men had an average heart age that was 6.4 years higher than their actual age. And white women had a gap of 3.7 years between their heart age and chronological age. Why 'heart age' resonates (better than percentages) Traditional risk models offer a percentage chance of a cardiovascular event, something like an '8% risk in 10 years.' But those numbers can feel abstract and fail to motivate many patients. On the other hand, describing cardiovascular risk in terms of 'heart age' helps people understand how their habits and health metrics stack up. Preventive cardiologist Dr. Sadiya Khan explains that this age-based framing motivates actionable conversations and encourages preventive steps earlier, especially in younger adults who may overlook long-term risk. Experts' take As reported by Today, while "it's probably not that meaningful if your age is off by one or two years," says Dr. Sadiya Khan. The authors of the research recommend getting concerned if the gap is five years or more. As per Dr. Khan, "Heart disease is the leading cause of death. So the gaps that we're seeing are similar to gaps in life expectancy and may be contributing to it." "Because the (heart ages) are based on 10-year risks, this is a little bit of a forecast," Khan explains. And the data is "likely pointing to worsening cardiovascular disease risk if we're seeing gaps in even young people," she says. On the flip side, some people had heart ages that were actually lower than their chronological age, which Khan describes as "the Holy Grail." That's likely thanks, at least in part, to genetics, which means it's not totally within our control, she says. Aiming for a heart age that's younger than your chronological age is probably overly optimistic, Khan says, but knowing that it's possible makes it a worthy goal. How does the calculator work (and what are the limitations) The tool requires a few metrics to calculate your heart age, such as: Age, sex Blood pressure (systolic) Cholesterol levels Diabetes and smoking status Kidney health (eGFR) Use of blood pressure medications It is tailored for adults 30-79 years old with no existing cardiovascular disease, and is designed for educational use, not to replace physician evaluation. Experts caution that the tool does not account for physical fitness, exercise habits, or women-specific cardiovascular risk factors such as pregnancy-related complications or menopause How to slow down the heart's aging To slow down the heart's aging process and reduce the risk of heart disease, focus on adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes regular exercise, a heart-healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress, getting enough sleep, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Regular health checkups are also crucial for early detection and management of any potential heart issues. Research suggests, even modest changes, such as walking regularly or improving diet, can bring your heart age closer to or even below your actual age over time. Faster pace of walking lowers risk of heart failure in postmenopausal women: Research Study
The Hindu
5 hours ago
- The Hindu
What we know about a new health data tracking system being announced by White House
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a plan for a new private health tracking system that will make it easier for patients to access their health records and monitor their wellness across health care systems and technologies. The system, however, is raising a host of privacy questions. The collaboration between the federal government and Big Tech would allow patients to more seamlessly track and share their medical records or data among doctors, hospital systems and health apps, the administration and participating companies say. Details of the system were announced Wednesday during a White House event dubbed 'Making Health Technology Great Again.' The system would be maintained by the federal government through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, pulling health data kept by Big Tech companies like Amazon, Google and Apple as well as major health companies like hospital system Cleveland Clinic and insurer UnitedHealth Group. Patients will need to opt in to have their medical records and data shared, which CMS says will be kept secure. Once a patient is in the system, their information could be shared across apps or health systems that have joined the initiative. So, for example, the Apple Health app on your iPhone that tracks your daily step count or your sleep could access lab results from your doctor's office. Putting that information together, the Trump administration says, will offer a fuller picture of your health. Apps and AI technology could also help people make better choices at the grocery store or identify patterns in their day-to-day life that might be affecting their health, said U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during Wednesday's White House event. 'Now if you have your medical records, you can get personalised advice," Kennedy said. Currently, there's no unified database where a person's health data and medical records are kept. Each health system stores, shares and releases patients' records in different ways. That's a big reason a lot of systems still rely on fax machines, because it's a guaranteed way to share records between offices and hospitals. Faxing is also a secure way to send information that complies with federal privacy laws. Some health networks also have their own apps, electronic systems or websites that allow patients to look up their records online or share information with other providers. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says that 60 companies have signed on to work with the system and that they have pledged to 'deliver results to the American people in the first quarter of 2026.' The Trump administration, however, made a similar proposal back in 2018 that never fully came to fruition. Patient advocates and ethicists say many may worry about how their health information — something Americans have long carefully guarded — could be used in ways that they don't want or expect. 'There are enormous ethical and legal concerns,' said Lawrence Gostin, a Georgetown University law professor who specialises in public health. 'Patients across America should be very worried that their medical records are going to be used in ways that harm them and their families.' Also, digital privacy advocates say they are skeptical that patients will be able to count on their data being stored securely. 'This scheme is an open door for the further use and monetisation of sensitive and personal health information,' said Jeffrey Chester at the Center for Digital Democracy.
