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At 40, he nearly died of a heart attack. Now this Massachusetts man is helping others live healthier lives.

September 5, 2025September 4, 2025 by Chris Camire

After a widow maker heart attack at 40, Brookline, Mass., father Vic Viktorov reshaped his life around health, family, and helping others live better.

Categories Massachusetts Tags American Heart Association, Boston Heart Walk, Brookline Massachusetts, Cardiac health, Cardiovascular disease prevention, Exercise and recovery, Family health, Fitness after 40, Healthy Living, Heart attack survivor, Heart disease awareness, Heart health advocacy, Lifestyle changes after heart attack, Massachusetts health, Widow maker heart attack
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