Heart Attack

Death of, or damage to, part of the heart muscle caused by a lack of oxygen-rich blood flowing to the heart

Glossary: Cardiac Arrest
Glossary: Cardiac Enzymes
Glossary: Cardiac Rehabilitation
A structured NHS programme of exercise, education, and psychological support to help people recover from cardiac events and reduce future risk. Available to cardiac arrest survivors and associated with better physical and mental health outcomes. Ask your cardiology team for a referral if it has not been offered.
Glossary: Coronary Artery Disease [CAD]
Glossary: Coronary Heart Disease