What are the warning signs of heart attack and are they different for women?
50 percent of people who have a heart attack don’t recognize the symptoms or don’t seek help immediately. Minutes can mean the difference between life and death so it’s imperative to take quick action if you are having any of the following warning symptoms of heart attack: 1. Chest Pain: can feel like burning, squeezing, heaviness, tightness or pressure in your chest. It can also be associated with discomfort in the upper body that radiates from the chest to the neck, jaw, shoulder, arms or back. The pain is often brought on by exertion and may go away with rest. 2. Shortness of breath (i.e. difficulty breathing) 3.Sweating: having cool or clammy skin 4. Nausea, indigestion or vomiting 5. Fear: one of the common symptoms can be anxiety or denial of having a heart attack. This is one of the reasons people delay seeking medical attention. What should you do if you experience any of these symptoms? CALL 911 or your local emergency number immediately Stop all activity and sit or lie down,
