
Ep 168: Heart Disease in Law Enforcement
From Code4Couples by Cyndi Doyle
September 18, 2025 · 41 min · Episode 168
About this episode
This episode discusses the hidden risks of heart disease in law enforcement and offers insights on prevention and intervention.
Law enforcement officers and first responders are at significantly higher risk for undetected and deadly heart disease, often with no warning signs. Traditional medical screenings miss 92% of cases, leaving officers and their families vulnerable to preventable tragedy. Episode Summary: In this powerful interview, Dr. Benjamin Stone, co-founder of Sigma Tactical Wellness, joins Cyndi to uncover: Why police officers and first responders face a drastically shorter life expectancy The hidden cardiac risks that standard medical exams fail to detect Groundbreaking research showing 92% of cases are missed with traditional screenings The practical, affordable steps agencies and families can take to protect officers' health How early intervention can save lives, marriages, and careers in public safety Hosted by Cyndi Doyle, licensed professional counselor, founder of Code4Couples®, author of Hold the Line, and retired police spouse. With Dr. Benjamin Stone, an internationally recognized thought leader in officer wellness and cardiac prevention. 📘 Grab Cyndi's book Hold the Line → https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Line-Protecting-Enforcement-Relationship-ebook/dp/B08TPRTY9G#customerReviews 🎤…
People in this episode
Host: Cyndi Doyle
Guest: Dr. Benjamin Stone
Topics covered
- heart disease
- law enforcement
- first responders
- health risks
- preventive measures
Keywords
- heart disease
- law enforcement
- first responders
- medical screenings
- cardiac prevention
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Sigma Tactical Wellness
Books & works: Hold the Line
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