Can heartbreak really kill you? Experts weigh in on the dangers of distress
After Princess Phumzile Buthelezi’s claims that her father died due to heartbreak, we speak to experts on what damage emotional stress can do
13 September 2023 - 22:30
There are many ways to die, be it wildlife, extreme sports or even the lethal Japanese delicacy known as fugu. However, when it comes to heartbreak, the numbers might be unmatched, especially after claims that Mangosuthu Buthelezi has been one of the biggest deaths love has taken...
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