How a Michigan woman’s exhaustion led to heart attack and inspired heart health awareness

Christine Ankenbauer, a fitness enthusiast from New Boston, experienced an unexpected heart attack despite her active lifestyle, underscoring the importance of heart health awareness. Initially feeling unexplained exhaustion, Christine later endured severe symptoms, including chest pain and low blood pressure, which led to the discovery of a blocked coronary artery and aneurysms. Her recovery, aided by cardiac rehab and her prior fitness level, inspired her to advocate for self-awareness and medical advocacy, especially given her history of pre-eclampsia, a known risk factor for future heart issues.