What if I’m Having a Heart Attack?
Get to the hospital right away!
- If you or someone else has any signs of a heart attack, call 911 right away.
- Do not wait to call for help!
- Follow the 911 dispatcher’s instructions.
- Do not drive yourself to the hospital!
Symptoms of a heart attack
- Pain or discomfort in chest or upper body for more than a few minutes.
- Trouble breathing or feeling short of breath.
- Sweating or "cold sweat".
- Feeling full or like you have heartburn or an upset stomach.
- Nausea or vomiting.
- Feeling light-headed, dizzy, very weak or anxious.
- A fast or irregular heartbeat.
These symptoms can be mild to severe, and may last from 30 minutes to over an hour.
What if I’m Having a Stroke?
Get to the hospital right away!
- If you or someone else has any signs of a stroke, call 911 right away.
- Do not wait to call for help!
- Follow the 911 dispatcher’s instructions.
- Do not drive yourself to the hospital!
Symptoms of a stroke: BE FAST
- Balance – Loss of balance.
- Eyes – Changes in vision.
- Face – Is one side of the face drooping or numb?
- Arms – Is one arm weak or numb?
- Speech – Is speech slurred or mixed up?
- Time – Every second counts. Do not wait to get help!
