Claim: If you think you're having a heart attack, coughing repeatedly and vigorously could help you.
Fact-check: Don't attempt 'cough CPR' if you think you're having a heart attack - Full Fact
Verdict: this should not be attempted. if you think you or someone else is having a heart attack you should call 999 immediately.
Organisation: Full Fact
Author: Grace Rahman
Date published: 2019-03-08T00:00:00