Thousands of people witness or experience first hand the symptoms of a heart attack, but most people can’t recognize some of the most common symptoms, according to the AHA (American Heart Association). Chances are, you’ve seen a television show or movie where a character suddenly experiences severe chest pains, and is clearly having a heart attack. Real life isn’t always so simple! This week, as part of American Heart Month, we want to recap some of the signs of a heart attack and suggest a quiz from the AHA. Here are some signs and resources for recognizing a heart attack from the American Heart Association: -Chest discomfort. The pain can come and go, or last continuously. -Discomfort in other areas of the body. Discomfort or pain areas are both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach. -Shortness of breath. This … Continue reading





