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Heart Attack

Heart Attack - The #1 Killer

Many heart attacks can be prevented, learn to reduce the risk:

quit smoking
exercise regularly
eat properly
reduce stress
have your blood pressure checked regularly.

Symptoms - watch for these signs:

(A conscious heart attack patient can usually speak to you)

chest pain or pressure
shortness of breath
sweating
nausea
ashen skin colour
weakness.

Action

Remember - the FIRST TWO hours are most important. Take positive action. Expect denial - be persistent in giving assistance. If the signals persist for two minutes or longer ... sit the person down, reassure him or her and SEND FOR AN AMBULANCE.

This page last updated July 22, 2009