Heart Attack Beginnings

Heart attacks have beginnings – and if recognized in time, these “beginnings” can be treated before the heart is damaged. People may experience mild chest symptoms, such as pressure, burning, aching or tightness. These symptoms may come and go until finally becoming constant and severe.

 Early symptoms may include:

            Nausea
            Jaw pain
            Pain that travels down one or both arms
            Fatigue
            Shortness of breath
            Back pain
            Chest pressure, squeezing or discomfort
            Shortness of breath
            Feeling of fullness
 

85% of heart damage occurs within the first two hours of a heart attack. Knowing the subtle danger signs and acting upon them immediately could prevent heart damage. 

Heart disease causes one out of every six deaths in the United States. 

In 2011, about 785,000 Americans will have a first-time heart attack and about 470,000 will have a repeat heart attack. Every minute someone will die of a coronary event.  

Take the Early Heart Attack Care Oath.