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Someone i know in his 40s died suddenly & unexpectedly of a heart attack. i'm scared. are these incidences really rare in healthy people?
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These incidents are: very rare in "healthy" individuals. Unfortunately you need a good definition of healthy. EKG normal, heart pumping function normal, non smoker, exercise. etc. Discuss with your health care provider since he/she knows your health history and risk factors.
Answered 3/8/2017
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