{"id":2983,"date":"2025-01-31T02:43:26","date_gmt":"2025-01-31T02:43:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/in-greece.com\/index.php\/2025\/01\/31\/the-symptoms-you-should-never-ignore\/"},"modified":"2025-01-31T02:43:26","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T02:43:26","slug":"the-symptoms-you-should-never-ignore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/in-greece.com\/index.php\/2025\/01\/31\/the-symptoms-you-should-never-ignore\/","title":{"rendered":"The Symptoms You Should Never Ignore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div data-first=\"I\" itemprop=\"articleBody\">\n<p>In recent times, the term \u201cdied suddenly\u201d has gained prominence, often evoking fear and concern among the public.<\/p>\n<p>Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a significant global health concern, accounting for up to <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/openheart.bmj.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">20% of deaths in Western societies.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The World Health Organization identifies ischaemic heart disease as the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/who.int\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">13% of global fatalities<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The incidence of SCD varies across regions. For instance, in the United States, there are more than <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/sca-aware.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests<\/a> annually, nearly 90% of which are fatal.<\/p>\n<p>In China, the incidence is approximately 41.8 per 100,000 individuals, while in South India, it stands at 39.7 per 100,000.<\/p>\n<p>Over the past few decades, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have surged globally, increasing from 12.1 million in 1990 to 20.5 million in 2021.<\/p>\n<p>This rise underscores the growing burden of heart-related conditions worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Recognising early warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest is crucial. Symptoms such as shortness of breath during activities, chest pain or discomfort, rapid heartbeat, sweating, and intense fatigue should not be ignored. The president of the Heraklion Medical Society, cardiologist Yannis Vavouranakis emphasises that many individuals overlook these symptoms, attributing them to other causes. He advises that paying attention to these early warnings can be life-saving.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1019\" height=\"1024\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1019px) 100vw, 1019px\" data-id=\"405646\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-1019x1024.png\" alt=\"Died Suddenly - prevention\" class=\"wp-image-405646 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-1019x1024.png 1019w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-768x772.png 768w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-180x180.png 180w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-90x90.png 90w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-450x452.png 450w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-270x270.png 270w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-20x20.png 20w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-225x226.png 225w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis-900x904.png 900w, https:\/\/greekcitytimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/president-of-the-Heraklion-Medical-Society-cardiologist-Mr.-Yannis-Vavouranakis.png 1258w\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Preventive measures include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ceasing smoking<\/strong>: Smoking significantly increases the risk of heart disease.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintaining a balanced diet<\/strong>: A diet low in saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol, and rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains supports heart health.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol levels<\/strong>: Regular check-ups can help manage and reduce risk factors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Engaging in regular physical activity<\/strong>: Exercise strengthens the heart and improves circulation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s essential to consult with healthcare professionals for personalised advice and to address any concerns regarding heart health. Early detection and management of symptoms can be life-saving.<\/p>\n<p><em>Disclaimer: This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns or conditions.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Read also Christopher Nolan Takes on \u2018The Odyssey\u2019 with Star-Studded Cast<\/p>\n<footer class=\"article-tags entry-footer\">\n<div>\n<strong>Tags:<\/strong><br \/>\nbalanced diet, cardiologist Yannis Vavouranakis, cardiovascular diseases, ceasing smoking, check-ups, chest pain, China, cholesterol, cholesterol levels, circulation, deaths in Western societies, died suddenly, early detection, early warning signs, exercise, fruits, global fatalities, global health concern, Greek news, Healthcare professionals, heart disease, heart health, heart-related conditions, Heraklion Medical Society, incidence of SCD, intense fatigue, ischaemic heart disease, leading cause of death, life-saving, management of symptoms, medical concerns, monitoring blood pressure, out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, personalised advice, physical activity, Preventive Measures, professional medical advice, qualified healthcare provider, rapid heartbeat, risk factors, saturated fats, SCD, shortness of breath, South India, sudden cardiac arrest, sudden cardiac death, sudden death, sweating, symptoms, trans fats, United States, vegetables, whole grains, World Health Organization<\/div>\n<\/footer>\n<div class=\"category_container author-information\">\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<section id=\"authorpage\" class=\"authorpage\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/605da4047c3f98fb2d1dfde8c6151898?s=164&amp;r=g\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/605da4047c3f98fb2d1dfde8c6151898?s=328&amp;r=g 2x\" class=\"avatar avatar-164 photo lazyload lazy\" height=\"164\" width=\"164\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"author-content\">\n<h5>Natalie Martin<\/h5>\n<h4>Editor<\/h4>\n<p>Natalie Martin is editor and journalist at Greek City Times, specialising in writing feature articles and exclusive interviews with Greek personalities and celebrities. 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