Claim: People who think they are having a heart attack should cough repeatedly and very strongly.
Fact-check: Coughing does not protect you during a heart attack - Full Fact
Verdict: this is incorrect advice. people who think they are having a heart attack should call an ambulance immediately. 'cough cpr' is a longstanding myth that might make someone's condition worse.
Organisation: Full Fact
Author: Leo Benedictus
Date published: 2023-12-22T00:00:00