Be A Heart Saver
If you're with someone who seems to be having an attack, act immediately.
 | Expect a "denial." It's normal for someone with chest pain to deny that it could be a heart attack. Don't take "no" for an answer. Insist on taking prompt action. |
| Call an emergency service or get to the nearest hospital. |
| Give CPR if it's necessary and you are properly trained. |
Know the warning signs:
| Uncomfortable pressure, fullness, squeezing, or pain in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back again. |
| Pain that spreads to the shoulders, neck, or arms. |
| Chest discomfort with lightheadedness, fainting, sweating, nausea, or shortness of breath. |
Know what to do:
| Find out which nearby hospitals have 24-hour emergency cardiac care. |
| Keep a list of emergency numbers next to the telephone and in your wallet. |
| If you have chest discomfort, call an emergency service or have someone drive you to the nearest hospital. Don't drive yourself! |