Bengaluru:Heart attack scare; massive rush for check-ups at Jayadeva Hospital

The rising number of heart attack cases in the state has sparked widespread fear among people, leading to a huge surge in patients flocking to Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences in Bengaluru. Today morning, thousands of people, young and old  are lining up for routine heart check-ups, worried about their cardiac health. According to hospital sources, around 1,200 to 1,300 cardiac patients visit the OPD daily, and this number has seen a significant increase in recent days.

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Adding to this fear is the suspicion that COVID-19 vaccines might be linked to heart attacks in some cases. To investigate this, the state government has formed a dedicated committee headed by Jayadeva Hospital Director Dr. K.S. Ravindranath. A crucial virtual meeting is scheduled today at 12 noon, with representatives from Rajiv Gandhi Institute, NIMHANS, St John’s Medical College, Manipal Hospital, and BMCRI participating. The committee has already prepared a detailed study comparing the number of heart attack cases before and after COVID vaccination.

The study also examines whether there have been any adverse effects leading to increased cardiac issues or even deaths among children. The committee’s report, expected to be submitted to the government by the end of this week, will guide future precautionary measures and clarify doubts among the public.

Meanwhile, the situation at Jayadeva Hospital shows the level of anxiety among people, some patients have been queuing up from as early as 6 AM, waiting for hours to get their hearts checked. Many say they are terrified by the increasing heart attack numbers and don’t want to take any risks.