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Recognizing subtle symptoms, like unusual fatigue or fleeting episodes of chest pain, could be key to survival
Common symptoms include chest discomfort, shortness of breath, nausea and profuse sweating
If you have other cardiac symptoms, and antacids aren’t working, it’s time to call emergency services
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Calling 911 or emergency services should always be your first step
Mild heart attacks may cause less damage, but they can still lead to serious complications and require medical attention
Congenital heart disease, genetic conditions and unhealthy lifestyle habits can put teens at higher risk for heart attack
Obesity, age and preexisting heart conditions can all raise your risk of cardiovascular disease during pregnancy
Absolutely! In fact, in many ways, exercise is key to recovery
There’s no way to stop it once a heart attack is happening, but the most important thing you can do is to call for help
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