I started having dizzy spells at 28 despite being fit and healthy. My GP blamed exercise... until my heart stopped. This is the terrifying condition I really had, who's most at risk - and how a cold can trigger it
He didn't smoke, drank in moderation and, to the naked eye, appeared to be in great shape.
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