In this powerful episode of Stories from the Heart, we sit down with Sanjiv Kulkarni, a 48-year-old father and husband whose life took an unexpected turn. Despite being active and health-conscious, Sanjiv dismissed his heart attack symptoms as simple heartburn—until a doctor's diagnosis led to a shocking recommendation: a triple bypass.
Sanjiv's story is a wake-up call for anyone who thinks heart disease only happens to "other people." With a family history of heart issues, his experience highlights how easily symptoms can be misunderstood—and how critical it is to listen to your body.
We're also joined by Natalie Raffoul from the Heart Foundation. As Senior Manager for Healthcare Programs and Clinical Strategy, Nat sheds light on why misinterpreting heart attack symptoms is so common. Plus, she also tells us about the My Heart, My Life program—a free support initiative designed to help people living with heart disease (and their caregivers) lead healthier, happier lives.
Tune in to hear:
· Sanjiv's emotional journey from denial to diagnosis
· Why heartburn and heart attack symptoms are often confused
· Expert insights from Natalie Raffoul on heart health awareness
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My Heart, My Life: myheartmylife.org.au
