Every year, hundreds of thousands of Americans experience what medical professionals call “silent” heart attacks—cardiac events so subtle that victims often dismiss them as minor discomfort or stress.

The problem with the “Hollywood heart attack” commonly depicted on big and small screens is that it’s misleading and doesn’t necessarily reflect real life. Yet, many people think it does. It’s ...

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) cause an estimated 17.9 million deaths annually, representing 31% of all global deaths, as per the WHO. Imagine a person suddenly collapsing while chatting or working ...