Having close attachments can halve risk of heart attacks
April 15, 2004
Having a very close relationship with another person may be the best medicine for people who have had a heart attack, research suggests. Scientists have shown that a strong bond - whether it be with a friend, lover or relative - can halve the risk of further heart attacks. The researchers, from Manchester Royal Infirmary, believe having somebody to talk to helps people cope better. The research, based on a study of 600 patients, appears in the journal Heart.
Source: BBC News Online, 15/4/2004