Cardiac rehab participation reduces heart attack risk by 75 percent
Brendan Trew, a 47-year-old from Hampton, experienced a heart attack despite considering himself fit. A landmark study revealed that attendance at cardiac rehabilitation reduced patients' risk of dying from another heart attack by 75 percent, yet only one in five eligible patients participate in such programs. Increased attendance could result in substantial health system savings and preventable tragedies for families.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 09:30 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 09:40 UTC
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