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Did you know that the risk of heart disease \u2013 the world\u2019s number one killer \u2013 starts in the womb?<\/p>

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As National Heart Month gets underway today, the country\u2019s Heart and Stroke Foundation is appealing to mothers-to-be to pay special attention to protecting their babies\u2019 health, both at birth and in the future.<\/p>\n

Foundation president and consultant cardiologist Dr Georgette Meade says, unlike adults who can help ward off heart disease through diet and exercise, most cases in children are congenital.<\/p>

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The good news is, taking early steps such as avoiding alcohol, cigarettes and drugs in the preconception period and during pregnancy has a major role to play.<\/p>

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\u201cKeeping conditions such as diabetes in check is very important too; diabetics should ensure their blood sugar is under control before and during pregnancy. And getting those antenatal scans done, along with regular check-ups, is crucial,\u201d Dr Meade explains.<\/p>\n

Too many women are still drinking alcohol while pregnant, she continues.<\/p>

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\u201cAnd that\u2019s especially dangerous during the first trimester when the baby\u2019s organs are developing,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Most cases of paediatric heart disease are detected during routine examinations which reveal a heart murmur due to abnormal blood flow. About 70 percent of murmurs detected are described as \u2018innocent\u2019, meaning they\u2019re harmless.<\/p>

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\u201cWe do see a fair share in Antigua and Barbuda. People tend to get anxious when they hear those words but most are non life-threatening. Some holes close on their own whereas others may need surgical repair or treatment,\u201d Dr Meade explains.<\/p>

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Red flags in babies include excessive sweating or panting while feeding, failure to grow as expected or a purple-blue hue to lips, hands and feet. Children may show signs of shortness of breath, lack of energy, and palpitations.<\/p>\n

Recent years have seen an uptick in the number of babies with heart disease, says Dr Claudine Richardson, consultant paediatrician at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre and fellow Foundation member.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the last six years, we are recording more murmurs in admissions to the newborn intensive care unit, from 15 in 2014 to 41 in 2020. Other non-admitted cases have not yet been calculated.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe haven\u2019t identified a particular cause but it can start from the antenatal period,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Certain medications such as for epilepsy and depression, and even ibuprofen, have been associated with congenital heart disease, Dr Richardson explains.<\/p>\n

\u201cPrenatal counselling is extremely important before we begin to have children, so whatever chronic conditions we have are properly managed and controlled. One should speak with their physician to decide what is best for the pregnancy,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

A long-standing concern among the local medical fraternity is the limited access to follow-up investigations and care after a condition is picked up.<\/p>\n

But steps are being made towards improving this. Dr Meade recently became the country\u2019s only medical professional qualified to conduct paediatric echocardiograms, otherwise known as an ultrasound of the heart.<\/p>\n

An echocardiogram\u00a0checks how the heart’s chambers and valves are pumping blood through the heart, and is a critical tool in helping diagnose various conditions. Until recently, families had to travel to Barbados for the procedure.<\/p>\n

Dr Richardson continues, \u201cThe Ministry of Health has partnered with World Paediatric Project since 2011 to help assist with further care once problems are identified.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo date they have offered their services through a visiting paediatric cardiologist and 14 of our children have had cardiac surgery.\u201d<\/p>\n

One more key message the Heart and Stroke Foundation is keen to convey is the impact of childhood obesity which has seen a marked increase in recent years, Dr Meade says.<\/p>\n

School closures, lockdowns and social restrictions associated with the pandemic have led to more sedentary lifestyles, further exacerbating the problem.<\/p>\n

\u201cYears ago, children would be outside playing football and cricket; now they\u2019re all inside on their devices.<\/p>\n

\u201cIncreased fast food is a culprit too. Getting something to eat quickly often means it\u2019s more processed, and high in fat and sugar,\u201d Dr Meade says.<\/p>\n

\u201cChildren should be encouraged to play sport, go swimming and cycling.<\/p>\n

\u201cObesity in children often leads to obesity in adulthood which increases the risk of hypertension, diabetes and heart attacks,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n

Dr Richardson agrees.<\/p>\n

\u201cObesity comes with many complications which also include orthopaedic issues, strokes, respiratory problems and obstructive sleep apnoea.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a significant problem in Antigua and Barbuda – and it\u2019s only getting worse.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe need to push for better nutrition in homes and schools. The earlier we capture these problems, the better our chances of a healthy adult life,\u201d Dr Richardson adds.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor the burden of cardiac disease to be addressed, the country would need to address improving the human capacity through training and education, improving access to care and investing in research and quality improvement.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Heart and Stroke Foundation was established in February 2020 to act as a voice and support system for patients and their families, raise funds, stage community events, and conduct local research into the prevalence of heart disease and stroke.<\/p>\n

Cardiovascular diseases \u2013 such as heart disease and stroke \u2013 remain the leading cause of death worldwide, claiming almost 18 million lives each year.<\/p>\n

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