Karnataka to introduce annual heart health screening among school children: Minister KN Rajanna

A state-wide plan to screen school children for heart health every year has been drawn up and will later be introduced for college students as well, stated Cooperation Minister and Hassan District In-charge KN Rajanna.

Annual heart health screening to be planned for students

Talking at a review meeting deliberating cases of heart attack cases recently reported by the media, Minister Rajanna stated that orders have been given to the district administration to create public awareness regarding the causes and prevention of heart disease.

State government pays heed to heart attack cases

The state government is taking the increase in heart attacks seriously and is ready to make necessary facilities available at all government hospitals. A special panel of cardiologists has already been constituted to probe and gather data on the reported cases of heart attacks in Hassan district. The government will decide on the future course of action after going through the report of the team.

Post-mortem crucial to ascertain cause of death

Minister Rajanna said that various causes like diet changes, lifestyle, and genetic conditions are responsible for causing heart attacks. But to conclusively establish that a death has been caused by a heart attack, the family has to be convinced to conduct a post-mortem examination. He instructed officials of health to ensure the process is done.

More cardiologists and equipment to be supplied

For the improvement of cardiac care at the district level, the minister reassured that more cardiologists will be appointed in Hassan within a week and necessary medical equipment will be provided. The minister once again clarified that the COVID-19 vaccine has nothing to do with heart attacks and asked people not to be deceived by rumors.