Claim: Coughing repeatedly and vigorously can help you survive a heart attack.
Fact-check: Vigorous coughing will not save you during a heart attack - Full Fact
Verdict: this is not a recognised form of treatment and could make any medical issues worse. if you think someone is having a heart attack, immediately call 999.
Organisation: Full Fact
Author: Tony Thompson
Date published: 2022-07-29T00:00:00