February 15th, 2009 
admin Become familiar with the warning signs of a heart attack so you can seek immediate
help if you or someone you know begins to experience them. The most common symptoms of a heart attack include:
• sudden, strong pain, pressure, fullness, or squeezing in the center of the chest that lasts more than just a few minutes and is not relieved by rest
• chest pain that spreads to the shoulders, neck, jaw, or arms
• chest discomfort accompanied by shortness of breath, fainting, sweating, cold or clammy skin, nausea or vomiting, or loss of consciousness
• other kinds of chest pain or stomach or abdominal pain
• unexplained anxiety, weakness, or fatigue
• palpitations, a cold sweat, or pale skin
A heart attack is a medical emergency. If you have any of the symptoms described above, call an ambulance service, and ask for immediate transportation to a hospital emergency department.
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