Lockdown (Unlock 1.0) Rules Change, What Do They Mean for People with Heart Conditions?

If you live in India, the advice is still to stay at home as much as you can and not to go out. If you live alone, you can spend time outdoors nearby with one person you don’t live with, but it should ideally be the same person each time you go out.

The advice is to stay in your home as much as you can, and not go out for shopping, leisure, or travel. Don't have any visitors, except people who give you essential healthcare and personal support.

We can’t say that there’s no risk, but almost everything we do in life has some level of risk and this is no different. With great precautions you still can go places for your essential work.

• people who have had a heart transplant
• people who are pregnant and have significant heart disease (of any type including congenital heart disease)
• people who have been told to shield by their doctor

All people with heart conditions or any other critical health issues should follow it. They have weak immune compared to healthy people and are more vulnerable of easy infection. In this summer, it’s important to think about heart health during the heat and humidity, too.

Face mask is now compulsory as per government rules. Use face mask or cover your face in enclosed spaces, such as public transport or some shops.

Yes, you can go outside for exercise as much as you like, such as a walk, run or cycle. Remember to stay at least two metres away from anyone.

There is no limit on how long you spend exercising. But depending on your heart conditions, better consult your cardiologist and follow the instructions.