Your body often gives early warning signs before a heart attack. Recognizing these symptoms can be lifesaving. Here are seven key warning signs:

1. Chest Discomfort or Pain

• A tight, squeezing, or pressure-like pain in the chest, lasting more than a few minutes or coming and going.
• Can spread to arms, shoulders, neck, jaw, or back.

2. Shortness of Breath

• Feeling breathless even without exertion.
• May occur before or alongside chest pain.

3. Unusual Fatigue

• Feeling excessively tired despite normal activities.
• Common in women and can appear days or weeks before a heart attack.

4. Dizziness or Lightheadedness

• Feeling faint, unsteady, or suddenly dizzy.
• Could be a sign of poor circulation or low blood pressure caused by heart issues.

5. Cold Sweats

• Sudden, unexplained sweating, like a stress-related sweat.
• May accompany other symptoms like nausea and dizziness.

6. Nausea or Indigestion

• Feeling sick to your stomach, experiencing heartburn, or vomiting.
• More common in women and may be mistaken for gastrointestinal issues.

7. Pain in Other Areas (Arms, Neck, Jaw, Back, or Stomach)

• Discomfort that spreads beyond the chest, particularly in the left arm or jaw.
• Sometimes mistaken for muscle pain or a pulled muscle.

What to Do?

If you or someone else experiences these symptoms—especially more than one at the same time—seek immediate medical attention. Call emergency services immediately! Acting quickly can save a life.