It's vital to be able to recognize the symptoms of a heart attack.

• Chest discomfort, pressure or burning
• Chest or abdominal discomfort or pain spreading to the shoulders, neck, arm, or jaw
• Discomfort or pain between the shoulder blades *
• Shortness of breath *
• Sweating
• Nausea or vomiting *
• Indigestion or gas-like pain *
• Dizziness or fainting
• Unexplained weakness or fatigue
• Sense of impending doom

The symptoms with an asterisk (*) are more common in women than men.

If you experience any of these symptoms, it's crucial that you seek medical treatment immediately. Drugs and other treatments will be most beneficial with immediate treatment.