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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
Recognizing subtle symptoms, like cold sweats, stomach discomfort and nausea, could be the key to survival
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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
To help determine what you’re experiencing, focus on how the pain feels, the location of the pain, when it started and how long it lasts
Stopping this critical medication on your own increases the risk of heart attack, stroke and more
Don’t ignore chest pressure that lingers and can’t be explained
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