All news on the topic: Heart attack

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Putin's life expectancy 'much shorter' amid heart attack rumours, top doc says
The Kremlin has dismissed fresh speculation that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ill and called rumours that he uses a body double an "absurd hoax", but an expert says he may be biding his time
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'I died and was defibbed back to life - but work want me back in on Monday'
A man who was brought back to life after suffering a heart attack is being hounded to return to work after just four weeks recovery, with HR claiming he has been off long enough
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Subtle sign in your hands could mean you’ve eaten too much salt
The vast majority of us eat far too much salt every day - a whopping 40 per cent above the national guideline. Of course we do actually need it in our diet - but too much is linked to high blood pressure. Here are some tell-tale signs in your body you may notice if you've been having too much
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Putin 'had cardiac arrest in hotel room' and was 'resuscitated' before ICU move
Warmonger Vladimir Putin is said to have fallen ill on Sunday after countless reports alleged that he's suffering from terminal conditions - and that body doubles have been put in his place to dupe the Russian public
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Third Russian boss dies suddenly at firm that criticised Putin invading Ukraine
Vladimir Nekrasov, 66, chairman of the Lukoil board of directors, is the third top executive at the company to die in mysterious circumstances within a year-and-a-half
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Family sues popular chain after student drank 'dangerous energy drink' and died
Sarah Katz for years successfully managed her heart condition. But after drinking a Charged Lemonade drink, she tragically went into cardiac arrest and died. The drink’s producers are now being sued
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Putin's health woes from pancreatic cancer claims to 'heart attack in bed'
Vladimir Putin has long been rumoured to be severely ill, with claims of pancreatic and prostate cancers, Parkinson's and other ailments, as sources even suggest body doubles are often used in public
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Inside Yorkshire Ripper cop George Oldfield's grisly illness and tragic death
West Yorkshire Police was notoriously misled after being distracted by a hoax in their search for killer Peter Sutcliffe. Constable George Oldfield became obsessed with the case, and in tonight's The Long Shadow, he is seen falling desperately ill
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Putin 'resuscitated' after 'cardiac arrest' in bedroom claims Telegram channel
Controversial social media channel that regularly claims Russian dictator Putin is dying has alleged that the Kremlin supremo had to receive emergency aid from medics after having a heart attack
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Seven warning signs that may signal a heart problem – and they're not chest pain
Chest pain is not the only symptom of a heart attack and doctors have warned people to be on the look out for a series of tell-tale symptoms which can signal something more serious
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Most common day of the week to have deadly heart attack - and the reasons why
There is a death every three minutes in the UK from heart and circulatory disease and a new study has found which day of the week you are most likely to suffer a serious heart attack
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Simple phrase which could help you save someone in cardiac arrest
Knowing what to do if someone collapses in sudden cardiac arrest is something we should all take seriously, which is why St John Ambulance has come up with the three life-saving ‘Ps’ to help you deal with an emergency
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Mum who suffered every parent's nightmare relives 999 call heartache
Jamie Rees suffered a cardiac arrest on New Year’s Day in 2022, shortly after watching a firework display with friends, and despite their best efforts he passed away
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Walking slowly could mean you're more at risk of dying early, says study
People are more likely to die from a heart attack, cancer or other causes within a decade if they walk at a slower pace, say British researchers
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Legendary cartoonist Tony Husband tragically dies after heart attack on bridge
Talented cartoonist Tony Husband, 73, has died after suffering a heart attack on Westminster Bridge it has been confirmed as his family pay tribute
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Statins could be linked to increased risk of silent killer, study suggests
Scientists compared high-intensity statins and found patients taking some types may be more than a third more likely to develop a serious debilitating condition
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'Screen time in childhood adds up to a heavier heart and bigger risk of stroke'
Dr Miriam Stoppard delivers a warning from Exeter and Bristol universities on the link between kids, teens and technology and the risk of disease
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What to do when you've had too much caffeine - top tips to beat the jitters
Whether it’s a steaming hot cup of coffee or a refreshing mug of tea, a caffeine-hit to start the day is simply routine for practically all of us. But too much of the stimulant can stir up trouble for our bodies - in particular the mind.
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Rugby player, 27, dies on pitch as girlfriend pays emotional tribute
Arturas Ruds, 27, was playing for Wisbech in an Eastern Counties First Division game against Diss on Saturday when he was hurt in a challenge and suffered a cardiac arrest
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Dad-of-two fighting for life in coma after tumbling 100ft down broken escalator
Neil Anderson fell down a broken escalator in South Yorkshire after going out for a meal with his friend, and is now fighting for his life after being pronounced dead for eight minutes
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Doctor explains ‘stabbing’ pain in chest that ‘pops’ with deep breaths
Doctor Fayez has shared the common reason why some people experience a sharp pain in their chest that gets worse with deep breaths - and how to 'pop' the pain
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Three most important lifestyle tweaks to improve health and prevent illness
When we go to our GP feeling ill, the solution is often not a prescription. Here, a doctor explains how we need to look at the grassroots of the problem and take it upon ourselves to make some serious lifestyle changes
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Two types of fish could raise your blood pressure, warn experts
We all know fish is good for us, but experts say that not all varieties are quite so good if we should be watching our blood pressure. Here are the two types you may need to limit in your diet.
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8 most iconic soap villains from Corrie killer to EastEnders cliff-pusher
Coronation Street’s Stephen Reid’s murdering spree is about to be exposed this week on ITV but he’s not the only soap villain to have the nation on the edge of its seat
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Woman raises funds to buy defibrillator for pensioners but is hit with £240 VAT
Glenda Winter, 82, fundraised to buy a defibrillator for her Bield sheltered living block in Duns, Scotland, but was gobsmacked when she was charged a whopping amount for VAT