Amy Liz Harrison
Amy Liz Harrison
Stories of the Heart: 3 Women Overcoming a Cardiac Event
Stories of the Heart: 3 Women Overcoming a Cardiac Event
Stories of the Heart: 3 Women Overcoming a Cardiac Event
Tuesday 1st April 2025
Amy Liz Harrison discusses heart health with Kristin Graham and Alysse Bryson, sharing their powerful stories of resilience and survival.
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Episode Overview
- Heart disease affects one in three women.
- Recognise and act on symptoms early.
- Prioritise self-care and seek medical help.
- Support systems are crucial in recovery.
- Awareness and education can save lives.
As long as you're fighting, you're going to be okay. Just don't give up
In this moving episode of Eternally Amy, host Amy Liz Harrison sits down with guests Kristin Graham and Alysse Bryson to discuss their heart health journeys. The conversation starts with Amy sharing her own terrifying experience with viral cardiomyopathy, a condition that left her heart struggling to function properly. She introduces her acronym, SWEEP, to help remember the symptoms she experienced: Supine position coughing, Winded, Extreme exhaustion, Edema, and Palpitations.
Amy's story sets the stage for a deep dive into the importance of heart health awareness, especially for women who often overlook the signs until it's too late. Kristin Graham, nominated as Woman of Impact by the American Heart Association, recounts her shocking discovery of severe arterial blockage and the emergency surgery that saved her life. Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of paying attention to your body and seeking medical help when something feels off.
Alysse Bryson, founder of The Sober Curator, shares her own heart-wrenching journey with heart disease, emphasizing the need for self-care and the dangers of neglecting one's health in favour of work and other responsibilities. Together, these three women highlight the often-overlooked issue of heart disease in women, sharing personal anecdotes and offering valuable advice on how to recognise and address heart health concerns. Their stories are not just about survival but about learning to prioritise health and well-being.
If you've ever dismissed unusual symptoms or put off a doctor's visit, this episode is a must-listen. It’s an eye-opener on how heart disease can affect anyone, regardless of age or lifestyle. So grab a cup of tea and prepare to be inspired by these incredible stories of resilience and hope.