Early Heart Attack Care (or EHAC) education teaches you to recognize the early signs and symptoms of a heart attack. Why? We want you to be an active bystander so you can save a life - even if it’s yours.
Some heart attack symptoms can be different between men and women. Why does it matter? Women may be less likely to seek immediate medical care, which can cause more damage to the heart.
In an atypical presentation, the signs and symptoms are different. How? The patient may not complain about pain or pressure in the chest. Be alert for the following:
IHS is committed to providing patients with everything they need to identify heart attack symptoms as early as possible so they can seek fast treatment. If you or someone you know is experiencing the symptoms of a heart attack call 911 immediately.
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