Recognising a heart attack

The symptoms of a heart attack can be clear or vague. Getting treatment quickly saves heart muscle.

You will need

• Phone

Steps

1. Recognise the symptoms

   A squeezing chest pain that may spread to the arm, neck or jaw.

2. Note other symptoms

3. Call 112

4. Keep them calm

5. Loosen clothing

6. Take medication

7. Monitor

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