eHow launches Android app: Get the best of eHow on the go.
What Is a Heart Attack?
Heart Disease Factors
Signs of a Heart Attack
Heart Attack Signs in Diabetics
Heart Attack Response: Seek Help
Heart Attack Response: Take Aspirin
Heart Attack 911 Response
Negative Heart Attack Responses
Heart Attack Risk Factors
Preventing Heart Attacks
Misconceptions About Heart Attacks
Heart Attacks vs. Cardiac Arrest
Identifying Cardiac Arrest Victims
Importance of CPR Classes
Heart Attack Information Resources
A heart attack is one of the leading causes of death in the world. A heart attack can be caused by many th… More
The symptoms of a heart attack in men often include chest pain, pressure in the middle of the chest that r… More
Heart attacks can be serious, if not fatal, when symptoms are ignored. The first tell-tale sign of a heart… More
Anxiety and heart attack symptoms can be quite similar, such as heart palpitations, inability to concentra… More
The symptoms of a mild heart attack include chest pain, neck pain, jaw pain, shortness of breath, nausea, … More
Heart attack risk factors include age, body fat, smoking history and high blood pressure. Identify common … More
Contrary to popular belief, most heart attacks start with mild chest discomfort rather than crushing pain.… More
According to the American Heart Association, over 1 million people have heart attacks every year. Half of … More
A heart attack is a death in the heart muscle from lack of oxygen. Learn more about heart attacks with exp… More
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is caused by atherosclerosis, a thickening of the inside walls of the corona… More
Coronary heart disease is a condition in which plaque accumulates in the arteries that carry blood away fr… More
Heart disease refers to a host of conditions that affect the heart. Heart disease is the number one cause … More
To find more information or resources on heart attacks, consult a doctor as the primary resource. Find out… More
When responding to a heart attack, don't wait to call 911. Decrease heart damage by knowing what not to do… More
Diabetics may not feel chest pain, which is a classic sign of a heart attack. Discover how to recognize he… More
Summary: When responding to a heart attack, don't wait to call 911. Decrease heart damage by knowing what not to do when having a heart attack with expert tips from a certified emergency medical technician (EMT) in this free video on heart disease.
Michael Herbert is a certified emergency medical technician EMT with New Hanover County in Wilmington, NC. He has more than seven years experience as a firefighter and EMT. He is...read more
"What not to do when you're having a heart attack. The most important thing is not to wait to summon help. Statistics show that most people wait three hours before getting help when they're suffering a heart attack. The American Heart Association recommends that you do not wait longer than five minutes before activating the 91 system if you're suffering from chest pain. Also, if your chest pain is intermittent, comes and goes over a period of time, you should activate the 9-1-1 system. If you do not wish to go by ambulance to the hospital, and you're having a heart attack, do not drive yourself. Too many times, people are having a heart attack; suffer car accidents on their way to help because they lose consciousness, and therefore, die. Let one of your family members or friends drive you. Also, remember that aspirin is not a cure for a heart attack. It only helps. Too many times, people take aspirin thinking it's going to correct the heart attack. That is not true. Aspirin can only help. Remember, you need to summon professional medical help when you're suffering from a heart attack."
eHow Article: Negative Heart Attack Responses
Copyright © 1999-2009 eHow, Inc. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. en-US Portions of this page are modifications based on work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
