Dr Malik - Sky News/ITV - Nutrition supplement drug blamed for runner's death

Iqbal comments on the death of a young woman running the marathon. It was later established that she had taken a widely available performance enhancing dietary supplement.

https://youtu.be/zw7mO-HqIzA
https://youtu.be/eBD5SUHNbto

Posted on 31 January 2013

Author: Dr Iqbal Malik

Latest News From

The World of Cardiology

Explore the blog

Why is Physical Activity Important?

17 January 2025

Physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It’s good for both your mind and body. What are...

Dr Malik does 3 PFO before 10am at One Welbeck

09 December 2024

I am known as a fast operator, but to be able to perform 3 PFO closures before 10 am requires an exceptional team with me....

PCR London Valve 2024

09 December 2024

Dr. Malik and his team presented five challenging cases to this international meeting. I run the Structural Heart Program at Hammersmith Hospital. We had five...

Blood Pressure Treatment Guidelines

20 November 2024

High blood pressure, or hypertension, can lead to serious conditions like heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damage if blood pressure treatment guidelines are not followed....

Atrial Septal Defect Symptoms: What to Look Out For

18 November 2024

An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect where there’s an abnormal connection between the upper chambers (atria) of the heart. This “hole”...

Understanding PFO Symptoms

13 November 2024

A Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) is a small flap-like opening between the heart’s upper chambers, typically closing soon after birth. However, around 25% of the...

Carotid Artery Stenosis and Carotid Endarterectomy

11 November 2024

Carotid artery stenosis occurs when the carotid arteries, which carry blood to the front part of the brain, become narrow. This narrowing occurs due to...

Health Screening: MOT for Your Body – Is It Worth It?

31 October 2024

A total body MOT (Medical & Occupational Test – not to be confused with the Ministry of Transport Test for your car) is a comprehensive...

TAVI Today: Highlights from the 27th September 2024 Meeting

17 October 2024

On 27th September 2024, I had the privilege of attending and speaking at the TAVI Today meeting, which began with a comprehensive review of the...

DC Cardioversion to Treat Atrial Fibrillation

11 October 2024

Dr Malik diagnoses and treats atrial fibrillation (AF). Treatment options to restore the heart’s rhythm and return it to normal include: Medication DC Cardioversion AF...

Team GB Medics Save a Life: Uzbekistan Coach Survives Cardiac Arrest

14 August 2024

In a life-threatening situation, timing and expertise are everything. Recently, Team GB medics showcased the importance of these two elements when an Uzbekistan coach suffered...

Dr Malik Tries Out Augmented Reality for TAVI

12 July 2024

At the Abbott Heart Symposium on TAVI, you had the chance to try a Virtual Reality headset. This amazing tool lets you walk in and...

Dr Malik – Sky News/ITV – Nutrition supplement drug blamed for runner’s death