Heart Institute Dean Warns Emotional Distress Can Threaten Heart Health

Dr Mohamed Abdel Hadi, dean of the Heart Institute, has warned that sadness, psychological stress and hurtful words can have serious consequences for heart health.

His warning highlighted the potential physical effects of emotional suffering, linking distress to risks that extend beyond a person’s psychological well-being.

Abdel Hadi said sadness and hurtful words can alter the shape of the heart and pose a threat to life, underscoring the seriousness of the risks he described.

The warning focused on emotional strain as a heart health concern. The brief remarks did not identify a specific medical condition or provide details about how such changes occur.