Category Archives: Health

Anatomy of a heart attack – feeling the love

Posted on May 6, 2012 by brucesmith49

by Bruce A. Smith Part 3, in a series. When I had my heart attack in February, 2012, I received “Cadillac” treatment at Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, WA. Within minutes of arriving in their emergency room with severe chest … Continue reading →

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Anatomy of a heart attack – survival and recovery

Posted on May 2, 2012 by brucesmith49

Bruce A. Smith Part 2 in a series. I’m in my eighth week of recovery from a heart attack experienced on February 26, 2012. Since then, I’ve explored the murky world of aftercare, finding great relief in the Good Samaritan … Continue reading →

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Anatomy of a heart attack – a love letter to all of you

Posted on March 18, 2012 by brucesmith49

by Bruce A. Smith Part 1, in a series. One phone call is all it took to save my life. “911,” said the calm, even, female voice on the other end. “I’m having chest pains,” I replied. “I’m 62 years … Continue reading →