A recent survey has shed light on an unexpected surge in heart attacks, strokes, and other sudden medical conditions among healthy, young, and middle-aged Indians. The survey, conducted by LocalCircles, a social community platform, revealed that both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals have been affected by this emerging health crisis.
Survey Results
According to the survey, approximately 51% of respondents reported having one or more individuals in their close network who experienced heart attacks, brain strokes, blood clots, neurological complications, accelerated cancer, or other sudden medical conditions in the last two years. Among these cases, 62% were double-vaccinated, 11% received a single dose, and 8% were unvaccinated.
Long Covid Conditions
Researchers estimate that over 200 million people worldwide may be experiencing long Covid conditions, including myocarditis, pericarditis, brain fog, memory issues, sleep apnea, fatigue, and joint pain. These conditions have become increasingly prevalent among Covid survivors.
Concerns and Anxieties
Several cases have been reported in the media where healthy individuals, both men and women, have suffered heart attacks and died suddenly, often while engaged in physical activities like dancing, gym workouts, or walking. This has sparked concerns and anxieties among the population, prompting a need for understanding the underlying causes of these sudden deaths.
Impact of Covid-19
Studies have shown a correlation between Covid-19 and stroke, with a percentage ranging from 0.9% to 23% of Covid patients developing strokes. Despite the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare releasing comprehensive guidelines for managing post-Covid sequelae, there seems to be a lack of awareness among citizens, particularly those who have survived multiple Covid infections or its variants, regarding potential complications.
Government Response
Government guidelines initially highlighted the manifestation of myocardial involvement in severe Covid cases, indicating elevated troponin levels, venous thromboembolism, heart failure, and arrhythmias. However, the survey suggests that more efforts are needed to inform citizens about the risks and complications associated with Covid reinfections.
Conclusion
The survey findings, indicating a high prevalence of severe medical conditions among Covid survivors, underscore the need for further research and on-ground actions. LocalCircles plans to escalate these findings to key stakeholders in the government to facilitate evaluation and potential interventions in addressing this emerging health crisis.
Ben Müller
Clara Cardoso
