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NDTV
a day ago
- Health
- NDTV
Sudden Spike In Heart Attack Cases, Karnataka Sets Up Committee To Probe Deaths
Karnataka's Hassan district is in the grip of a worrying surge in heart attack-related deaths, with four more lives lost on June 30, taking the number of deaths to 22 in just 40 days. What's particularly alarming is that a majority of the victims were young or middle-aged, raising serious concerns about an emerging health crisis in the region. Among the 22 deaths, five were between 19 and 25 years old, eight were aged between 25 and 45, and only a few were above 60. This disproportionate impact on the younger population has left both the medical community and the public rattled. The victims on June 30 include Lepakshi, a 50-year-old homemaker from JP Nagar in Belur, who collapsed after complaining of fatigue. Professor Muttayya, 58, an English lecturer at the Government First Grade College in Holenarasipura, died of a sudden heart attack while having tea. Kumar, 57, a D-Group employee from Channarayapattana, died after being hospitalised with chest pain the previous day. Satyanarayana Rao, 63, from Rangolihalli colony, also succumbed after a sudden collapse. The spike has led to a noticeable increase in patients at cardiac facilities, especially Jayadeva Hospital in Bengaluru. Doctors have reported an estimated 8 per cent rise in outpatient visits over the last two weeks, with a significant number of patients arriving from Hassan and neighboring districts. Many are coming in for precautionary check-ups, driven by fear and uncertainty. Data from the District Health and Family Welfare Department shows that Hassan has recorded 507 heart attack cases in the last two years, of which 190 were fatal. While heart conditions have long been a concern in the region, the sudden rise in younger victims is a new and disturbing trend. Earlier deaths include a series of tragic cases involving students and working professionals. On May 20, Abhishek from Arakalagudu and 20-year-old student Sandhya from Hole Narasipura both died. On May 28, the same Sandhya's case reappears, along with 19-year-old Abhishek again, indicating repeated mentions in records. Other victims include Kavana (20) from Kelavatti, Nagappa (55) from Magge, Neelakanthappa (58) from Hassan, and Devaraj (43) from Dummagere. Younger victims such as Naveen Kumar (31) from Arsikere, Chetan (38) from Rangolihalli, and Yogesh M. (30) from Honnenahalli stand out in the long list of fatalities. In response to rising concerns over sudden deaths, especially among the youth, the Karnataka Health Department has formed an expert committee to investigate possible links to COVID or vaccine-related complications. Chaired by the Director of Jayadeva Institute, the panel includes experts from NIMHANS, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Chest Diseases, St. John's, BMCRI, Manipal Hospitals, and ICMR-NCDIR. The committee will study cases involving sudden cardiac arrests, strokes, and neurological issues, and submit recommendations to help prevent such deaths. The decision follows directions from the Chief Minister and Health Minister amid growing media attention and public anxiety.
India Today
2 days ago
- Health
- India Today
4 heart attack deaths in a day in Karnataka's Hassan raise alarm
Four more deaths related to cardiovascular issues in Karnataka's Hassan district in a single day, June 30, have raised grave concerns among locals and health disturbing surge in heart attacks among middle-aged individuals has pushed the death toll to 22 in just the last 40 days, painting a grim picture of an emerging health crisis in the disproportionate impact on younger and middle-aged adults has left the community shaken, prompting urgent calls for investigation and The four individuals who died in Hassan due to cardiovascular issues on June 30 were:Lepakshi (50), a resident of JP Nagar, who collapsed suddenly after complaining of Muttayya (58), an English lecturer at the Government First Grade College, who died of a heart attack while having (57), a D-Group employee from Channarayapattana, who passed away after being hospitalized with chest pain the previous Rao (63), a resident of Rangolihalli Colony, who collapsed suddenly after experiencing chest is particularly alarming about the current health crisis is the age profile of the victims. Of the 22 individuals who have died, five were aged between 19 and 25, while another eight were between 25 and 45—the age group that has seen the most shocking deaths in recent of the 22 fatalities were between the ages of 45 and 58, while the remaining cases involved individuals above FACILITIES WITNESS SURGE IN PATIENTSadvertisementThe spike in cardiac cases has led to a surge in patients at Jayadeva Hospital in Bengaluru, a leading cardiac institute. Outpatient departments are reportedly overcrowded, with doctors noting an estimated 8% increase in footfall over the past two weeks—particularly from Hassan and surrounding districts. Many are opting for precautionary check-ups amid growing STATISTICS HIGHLIGHT PATTERNAccording to the District Health and Family Welfare Department, Hassan has recorded 507 heart attack cases over the past two years, of which 190 were fatal. While cardiovascular ailments have long been a concern, the sudden rise in deaths among younger individuals marks a new and troubling spotlight on cardiac-related deaths among the youth has intensified following the recent death of model and actor Shefali Jariwala, who suffered a cardiac arrest on June 27 at the age of just her, a 25-year-old man died after collapsing from a heart attack during a wedding ritual in Karnataka. A 28-year-old bodybuilder died of cardiac arrest while working out at a gym.A 29-year-old dental surgeon also died of a heart attack after completing a marathon in Goa, and a 38-year-old gym trainer succumbed to cardiac rising trend of deaths linked to cardiovascular ailments has left both health experts and fitness enthusiasts across age groups deeply concerned.- Ends
News18
2 days ago
- Health
- News18
21 Heart Attack Deaths In Karnataka's Hassan District In 40 Days: Government Orders Probe
Last Updated: Of the 21 fatalities in Karnataka's Hassan district, five were in the 19-25 age group and eight in 25-45 age group. Four were between 45 and 58 years, while 4 were senior citizens Karnataka's Hassan district is grappling with an alarming surge in heart attack fatalities, with Monday's three more deaths bringing the total to 21 in just 40 days. Particularly concerning is that a significant number of deceased are young adults. Those who died on Monday were Lepakshi, 50, from JP Nagar in Belur town, who collapsed suddenly after complaining of fatigue; Professor Muttayya, 58, an English professor in Holenarasipura, who suffered a fatal heart attack while having tea; and Kumar, 57, a D-Group employee in Channarayapattana, who succumbed to cardiac arrest after being hospitalised with chest pain on Sunday. Five Aged 19-25, Eight Aged 25-45 Of the 21 fatalities, five were in the 19-25 age group and eight in the 25-45 age group. The fact that a majority of the deceased were below the age of 45 has left residents deeply shocked and concerned. This pattern is reflected in the District Health and Family Welfare Department's statistics, which show 190 fatal heart attack cases out of 507 reported in Hassan over the past two years. Jayadeva Hospital Overwhelmed The alarming increase in heart attack cases has led to a significant surge in patients seeking cardiac check-ups at Jayadeva Hospital in Bengaluru. The Outpatient Departments (OPDs) are currently overflowing, with an estimated 8% increase in patient visits since the recent spike in cases. This influx underscores the growing public anxiety and the urgent need for comprehensive cardiac care in the region. Initial findings from the department over the 18 heart attack deaths revealed that nine of the deceased were over 55 with co-morbidities, and five were in their 20s (four of whom died in Bengaluru but were originally from Hassan). Factors like Type-1 diabetes and chronic diseases were present in some cases. Sixteen of the initial 18 reported deaths occurred at home, necessitating a thorough review of past medical records. Gupta said, 'Experts at Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences are saying that apart from other health reasons, there could be genetic reasons that affect heart muscle in the population. Whether it's genetic reasons or other uncontrolled health issue etc., in these nine cases we have sought a report." The committee, initially established in February to investigate potential links between Covid-19 and heart-related incidents, has now been specifically instructed to review all Hassan medical reports and submit its comprehensive findings within 10 days.
