Identical twin sisters from Ireland had sudden heart attacks at 39 due to rare SCAD, urging awareness for young women.

Identical twin sisters from Kildare, originally from Mayo, revealed in an exclusive interview that both suffered sudden heart attacks within a year of each other at age 39, despite being healthy and physically active with no known risk factors. Diagnosed with SCAD—spontaneous coronary artery dissection, a rare condition involving a sudden tear in a coronary artery—they are the first in their family to experience it. The sisters, who are also best friends, emphasized the unpredictability of SCAD, particularly in young women, and are now advocating for greater awareness to help others recognize symptoms and seek timely care.