Surviving a Heart Attack Is Just the First Step 

A heart attack changes everything. One minute, life is normal—then suddenly, you’re in a hospital bed, faced with medication schedules, lifestyle changes, and a long recovery process. 

But here’s what many South Africans don’t realize: the first few weeks after a heart attack are the most critical. Without the right care, there’s a high chance of complications—or even another heart attack. 

So what happens after you leave the hospital? And how do you make sure your recovery is on track? 

The Top 3 Mistakes People Make After a Heart Attack 

🚫 1. Skipping Follow-Ups with a Cardiologist 
Many people assume that once they feel okay, they’re fine. But heart disease doesn’t just disappear—it needs ongoing monitoring and adjustments to medication, diet, and lifestyle. 

📌 What You Should Do: Your first cardiology follow-up should happen within two weeks after leaving the hospital. If you haven’t booked it yet, do it now! 

🚫 2. Not Knowing What Medical Aid Covers 
Did you know that many medical aid plans cover follow-up care, nurse home visits, and even rehabilitation? 

Most people don’t claim these benefits—not because they don’t qualify, but because they don’t know how. 

📌 What You Should Do: Ask for help! Curo Care helps patients understand what their medical aid covers and assists in claiming these benefits—so you’re not paying out of pocket unnecessarily. 

🚫 3. Ignoring Lifestyle Changes 
Feeling better doesn’t mean your heart is fully recovered. Your risk of a second heart attack remains high if you: 
❌ Don’t follow your prescribed diet and medication 
❌ Skip your doctor’s advice on physical activity 
❌ Return to high stress or unhealthy habits too quickly 

📌 What You Should Do: Focus on small, sustainable lifestyle changes—one step at a time. If you’re struggling, a case manager or medical social worker can help guide you. 

How Curo Care Helps Heart Attack Patients Recover Safely 

💙 We connect you with the right specialists – We make sure your follow-up appointments are scheduled on time. 
💙 We help you claim medical aid benefits – If you qualify for nurse visits or additional care, we make sure you get it. 
💙 We check in with you & your family – Heart attack recovery is emotional too—we ensure you and your loved ones have the support you need. 

Have You or a Loved One Had a Heart Attack? Let’s Make Sure Your Recovery Is on Track. 

📩 Contact Curo Care today—we’ll help you navigate the next steps and avoid unnecessary complications.