• Published on: Aug 03, 2021
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  • By: Second Medic Cardiologist

Control Your Blood Pressure. High Blood Pressure Is A Major Risk Factor For Heart Disease.

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How to Prevent Heart Attacks 

Most people are worried after they have had a heart attack, but there is plenty you can do to reduce the likelihood of another one. For instance, taking medicine and doing cardiac rehabilitation might work wonders in your favor!

So, the last time you had a heart attack probably scared you. It's not hard to see why! You might be wondering if that means another one could happen at any minute or how long it will take before your risk of having another is minimized enough for you to relax again. Well don't fret because there are steps, we can take now and ways in which things like medicine, cardiac rehabilitation therapy, and changes with our lifestyle help us heal so let's talk about them today shall we?

Your doctor will tell you when to take your medicines. You'll also be given a prescription for aspirin and other anti-platelet medications, statins, blood pressure medicine... Do not stop taking them unless they're prescribed by the specialist or told to do so. If you become negligent with this regimen then it may potentially have dire consequences on your health in the future - such as another heart attack!

Managing your health is the best way to decrease your chance of having another heart attack. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes are all factors that can increase a person's risk for experiencing a severe event again. If you do have one or more of these conditions then there are lifestyle changes that will help lower this increased risk, quitting smoking, eating better, and being active. However, if none of those work enough then medication might also be necessary in order to manage them properly

Heart disease is a serious condition that can take your life. Luckily, there are things you can do to combat heart-related problems and lower the risk of having another attack. This includes managing other health issues like high blood pressure or diabetes if they apply to you by making lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, eating better, and being more active; but for some people, these don't help enough so it's important to get medical attention too!

Managing other health problems can help lower your chance of having another heart attack. Problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes increase the risk for a heart attack. If you have any of these conditions make lifestyle changes to improve it or if not enough, try taking medicine that will manage the condition!

Cardiac rehab can ALSO help lower your risk of having another heart attack. The program is designed for you and supervised by doctors and other specialists to provide the best care based on all that's going on with your health-wise. You'll learn how to manage your heart disease, any other illnesses, or conditions, as well as ways in which exercise will benefit both yourself mentally and physically.

It's never too late to start living a healthier lifestyle. The changes you make now can help lower your risk of having another heart attack and could also lead to better overall health in the future for yourself or your loved ones. Some tips are as follows: quit smoking; avoid secondhand smoke wherever possible; be active by getting at least 30 minutes on most days during any type of physical activity that fits with what is safe for you (walking if this doesn't cause pain); eat a diet low in salt, saturated fat

You should make healthy lifestyle changes if you want to reduce your risk of having another heart attack. Ask your doctor for help quitting smoking, get some exercise every day, and eat a diet low in salt and saturated fat!

A healthy lifestyle can help you lower the risk of another heart attack. From quitting smoking to eating a diet low in salt and saturated fat, there are many ways for you to live longer with less stress on your body. Here are some things that might work well:

Quit Smoking! Tobacco use often increases one's likelihood of having coronary events such as heart attacks or angina by up to four times when compared to individuals who have never smoked tobacco products

1; it is also important not to be exposed to secondhand smoke

2. Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) has been shown effective at helping people quit

3, while counseling may further increase success rates   

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Screen Addiction in Indian School Children: A Growing Concern

Screen Addiction in Indian School Children: A Growing Concern

In today’s digital India, screens are everywhere-from classrooms to bedrooms. For school children, the line between learning and entertainment is increasingly blurred. The pandemic forced education online, and while it ensured learning continuity, it also opened the door to a new problem - screen addiction.

What started as an educational necessity has now become a behavioral challenge. From mobile games and social media to binge-watching and reels, excessive screen exposure is shaping how children think, play, and relate to others.

The Reality of Screen Overuse

A nationwide survey by The Times of India (2023) found that 23% of children aged 6–14 are addicted to smartphones. Average daily use among urban school children has risen to 6–8 hours-far above the recommended 2 hours for non-educational screen time.

Long hours online have led to worrying trends:

  • Sleep deprivation and irritability

  • Declining academic focus

  • Less outdoor activity and physical fitness

  • Increased anxiety, loneliness, and attention issues
     

According to a 2022 study by AIIMS and ICMR, excessive screen exposure is strongly linked to delayed sleep cycles and reduced cognitive performance in school children.

Psychological and Physical Impacts

The impact is not just physical. Prolonged digital stimulation floods the brain with dopamine, reinforcing compulsive behaviors similar to addiction. Children struggle with impatience, short attention spans, and mood swings when deprived of screens.

Physically, issues like digital eye strain, posture problems, obesity, and Vitamin D deficiency are on the rise.

The Role of Parents and Schools

Parents often underestimate the subtle signs: restlessness, secret screen use, or irritability when asked to switch off devices. Experts recommend setting “screen hygiene” rules early-like no screens during meals, one screen-free hour before bedtime, and promoting offline hobbies.

Schools can help too by incorporating:

  • Digital detox days

  • Outdoor sports and creative sessions

  • Workshops on mindful tech use

  • Parent-teacher counseling
     

Government efforts like NCERT’s “Guidelines for Safe Digital Learning” and the PM eVIDYA initiative emphasize balanced digital habits and supervised screen time in children. (ncert.nic.in)

Digital Solutions for a Digital Problem

Ironically, technology can also provide solutions. Parental control apps, blue-light filters, and screen-time tracking tools can help monitor usage. Digital wellness apps now encourage children to pause, reflect, and rest their eyes after prolonged screen exposure.

SecondMedic, through its mental wellness integration, provides online child psychologist consultations and parental counseling for digital dependence. The goal isn’t to eliminate screens-but to build healthy digital discipline.

Conclusion

Screen addiction in Indian school children is more than a behavioral phase - it’s a growing public health concern. The challenge lies in finding balance, not blame. Children need screens for learning and connection, but not at the cost of health, creativity, and social life.

By setting mindful rules, encouraging outdoor time, and fostering open conversations, parents and teachers can nurture digitally balanced, emotionally resilient kids.

Book a child wellness or digital detox consultation on SecondMedic today ? https://www.secondmedic.com

Data & Platforms

  • Times of India Survey (2023): 23% of kids show smartphone addiction

  • AIIMS & ICMR Study (2022): High screen time linked to poor sleep and focus

  • NCERT Guidelines for Safe Digital Learning – Government recommendations for healthy tech habits
     

UNICEF India Digital Learning Report (2022): Online learning and child well-being insights

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