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Can most people normally get heart attacks and strokes in their early or mid 40s?
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No: Heart attacks and strokes more commonly occur in the over 50 age group but heart attack and stroke can occur in the young depending on an underlying condition, family history and many life style patterns.
Answered 7/5/2013
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