Cough CPR trick does not help or prevent heart attack

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Summary

TLDRThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that heart attacks are a major cause of death in the U.S. Social media posts claiming that coughing strongly can prevent death during a heart attack are false. Medical experts and the American Heart Association recommend calling 911 and taking an aspirin during a heart attack, not coughing. This myth likely originated from confusion about 'cough CPR,' which is a technique used for Cardiac Arrest, not heart attacks. Cardiac Arrest involves the heart's electrical system, unlike heart attacks which are due to blood flow blockage. Cough CPR is only relevant in some cases within medical settings and isn't applicable for heart attacks.

Takeaways

  • 💔 Heart attacks are a leading cause of death in the U.S.
  • ⚠️ Coughing is not a recommended treatment for heart attacks.
  • 🚑 Call 911 and take an aspirin if experiencing heart attack symptoms.
  • 🔍 Misinformation about coughing likely arose from 'cough CPR'.
  • 🩺 Heart attacks involve blood flow blockage, Cardiac Arrest involves heart's electrical issues.
  • 🏥 'Cough CPR' is specific to certain arrhythmias in hospital settings.
  • 🚫 'Cough CPR' is not suitable for use outside hospitals.
  • 💡 Stay informed with accurate medical advice.
  • 📉 Social media can spread harmful misinformation.
  • 🙅 Always consult healthcare professionals in medical emergencies.

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    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that heart attacks are a leading cause of death in the U.S., with about 85,000 cases annually. A social media post claims that repeatedly coughing can help survive a heart attack. This is false, as the American Heart Association and medical experts recommend calling 911 and taking an aspirin if experiencing symptoms. The coughing misinformation may have originated from a technique called 'cough CPR' used for Cardiac Arrest, not heart attacks. Unlike heart attacks, Cardiac Arrest involves electrical system issues in the heart. 'Cough CPR' is intended to help maintain blood flow during an arrhythmia in a hospital setting and is not advised for treating heart attacks.

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Video Q&A

  • Can coughing help survive a heart attack?

    No, coughing is not an effective way to treat a heart attack.

  • What should you do if experiencing symptoms of a heart attack?

    Call 911 immediately, stay calm, and take an aspirin.

  • Where did the misinformation about coughing during a heart attack come from?

    It likely comes from online claims about 'cough CPR,' a method for Cardiac Arrest, not heart attacks.

  • What is the difference between a heart attack and Cardiac Arrest?

    A heart attack is caused by a blockage in blood flow to the heart, while Cardiac Arrest is a sudden problem with the heart's electrical system.

  • What is cough CPR?

    Cough CPR is a technique where a person coughs forcefully to maintain blood flow to the brain during arrhythmia, not during a heart attack.

  • Is cough CPR effective outside of hospitals?

    No, cough CPR is not recommended or effective outside of a hospital setting.

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    the Centers for Disease Control and
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    prevention say heart attacks are one of
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    the leading causes of death in the
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    people experiencing them annually a post
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    being shared on social media claims that
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    coughing repeatedly and very strongly
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    medical experts say if you are
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    call 911 immediately then stay calm and
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    take an aspirin so where did this
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  • coughing
  • misinformation
  • Cardiac Arrest
  • American Heart Association
  • cough CPR
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