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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
AFib awareness: Stroke risks & advanced treatment options
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a reminder to stay informed about symptoms and prevention. Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is a common heart rhythm disorder that is the leading cause of strokes. It creates an irregular heartbeat and increases the risk of blood clots forming in the heart. Those clots can break free, travel to the brain, and cause a stroke. The risk of getting AFib increases with age, but anyone could develop it. Those with AFib are five times more likely to have a stroke and can experience various symptoms. 'Atrial fibrillation can be anywhere from being asymptomatic, meaning having no symptoms at all, to being in the hospital because you feel like you're having a heart attack. Some of these patients describe atrial fibrillation as, 'the big one', where they're sweaty, they're clammy, their chest hurts,' Ascension Bay Medical Center Cardiac Electrophysiologist Dr. Saeed Khaja said. But there are some steps you can take to protect yourself. For example, smartwatches have sensors that monitor heart rate and can detect AFib. Early detection methods like this play a critical role in stroke prevention. 'The sooner you treat them, the more likely that you're going to keep it away and the less likely you're going to have a stroke,' Khaja said. Talk to your doctor for other early detection options. There's no cure for AFib, but there are advanced treatment options available, like pulsed field ablation. 'Pulse field, these electrical impulses that go to the heart that actually inactivate the part of the heart that causes AFib. And the best thing about it is that it does no damage to the tissue around,' Khaja said. 'Gone are the days when you just medicate and you wait till it gets bad. Now you can actually have a patient come to the lab. And I've had young people with their first or second incidence of atrial fibrillation coming to the lab and doing ablation, and now they're off of almost all medications and living a completely normal life, like it never happened.' Ascension Sacred Heart Bay has performed the procedure on 381 patients. For information on stroke warning signs or risk factors, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
NDTV
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Video: Watch The Making Of Bihar's Beloved Khaja Mithai
Quick Take Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Khaja mithai is a crispy, flaky sweet cherished in Bihar. The sweet is made from simple ingredients but requires skill and precision. A viral video shows the traditional preparation process in Patna. Are you even from Bihar if you haven't tasted Khaja mithai? This iconic sweet is a crispy, flaky delight that melts in your mouth, striking the perfect balance between crunch and syrupy sweetness. While the ingredients are simple, making Khaja is an art that requires skill and precision. The process starts with kneading a dough from flour, which is then rolled out into thin layers, folded, and cut before being deep-fried to golden perfection. Once crispy, the pieces are soaked in a glossy sugar syrup that gives them their signature shine and sweet flavour. A viral video on Instagram shared by @foodie_incarnate captures this entire process at a well-known sweet shop in Patna. In the clip, a man is seen rolling dough balls on a large wooden board with a rolling pin, cutting them into pieces, and frying them in a massive wok. After the golden treats are removed from the oil, a generous amount of sugar syrup is poured over them. And just like that, Bihar's beloved sweet dish is ready. Also Read: Watch the full video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amar Sirohi (@foodie_incarnate) The video has already racked up over 3.5 million views - and it's sparking quite a debate online. While many viewers expressed their undying love for Khaja mithai, others were not too thrilled. Check out some of the reactions below: A user wrote, "Maine khaaya hai tasty hoti hai. (I have eaten it, it's tasty.)" Another one added, "Bhai, bahut acha lagta hai. (Bro, it tastes really good.)" "I tried it because I'm from Patna. I think it's mostly made in Nalanda district," read a comment. Someone said, "I am from Maharashtra. Maine yeh Maharashtra mein khaaya hai. (I am from Maharashtra. I have had this in Maharashtra.)" An Instagrammer commented, "No hygiene." A person remarked, "Death by cholesterol and oil... stop promoting unhealthy foods." "Bare hands on cooked food, lol, hygiene died," wrote a user. Also Read:
News18
01-05-2025
- General
- News18
Luchi With Aloor Dom, Mishti Doi & More: How Bengal Welcomed Lord Jagannath With 156 Types Of 'Bhog'
Last Updated: The grand inauguration of the Jagannath Dham in Digha was a divine celebration of culture, devotion, and Bengali cuisine The grand Pran Pratishtha and Dwar Udghatan ceremonies of the newly built Jagannath Dham in Digha took place on Wednesday, marking a spiritually significant moment in Bengal's religious and cultural landscape. The rituals were conducted with traditional fervour and the event drew a massive crowd of devotees, cultural icons, political leaders, and members of the public from across the state. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the temple with the first ceremonial Aarti and offered a symbolic gold broom to the temple authorities. In her address, she said, 'People from all backgrounds, faiths, and communities—from North Bengal to South Bengal—are present here today. This achievement would not have been possible without the unwavering support of the local people. I thank every contributor—from the cultural community to industrialists and countless devotees. Your support is deeply appreciated." She further urged for peace and unity and shared that the administration has been directed to ensure that both the visuals of the inauguration and the holy prasad are distributed across Bengal and beyond. The temple's main structure follows the traditional architectural elements of a Jagannath temple, featuring the Vimana (Garbha Griha), Jagamohan, Nat Mandir, and Bhog Mandap. The complex boasts a majestic 45-foot-high entry gate, an 840-foot-long central pathway made of white marble, flanked by 12 Diya Sthambhas, each fitted with 52 Diya brackets, and 108 sacred steps leading up to the sanctum housing the deities Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra. An astonishing 156 types of bhog were offered on Wednesday, highlighting the richness of Bengali vegetarian cuisine. Some of the special dishes served included: Moong Dal, Aloo Posto, Kachkolar Kofta (Raw Banana Kofta), Dhokar Dalna, Khichuri (Bengali-style Khichdi), Beguni (Battered Fried Eggplant), Pulao, Luchi with Aloor Dom, Misti Doi (Sweet Yogurt), Roshogolla (Rasgulla), Payesh (Rice Pudding), Sandesh, Goja, Khaja, Plain Rice, and much more. Sweets hold a special place in the offerings, as Lord Jagannath is said to be especially fond of them. Traditional Bengali sweets like Khaja, Goja, and Pera are offered daily. Each day begins with sweets, and five separate bhog offerings are made throughout the day. At night, the Lord is given a glass of milk before retiring for the night—an age-old tradition maintained with devotion. The inauguration also featured captivating cultural performances, including a dance presentation by Dona Ganguly and her troupe, adding further grace to the sacred celebrations. Former BJP president Dilip Ghosh, who visited the temple with his newlywed wife, was warmly welcomed by the chief minister just after the inauguration. The Jagannath Dham in Digha is not only a spiritual haven but also a celebration of Bengal's culinary, cultural, and architectural excellence, and is set to become a major pilgrimage and tourist destination. First Published: May 01, 2025, 09:12 IST
