Warning Signs & Symptoms of Heart Attack

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George Stanley

Apr 20, 2026 · 5 min read

Warning Signs & Symptoms of Heart Attack
Related to: Healthy Living

Heart attack and stroke are life-or-death emergencies — every second counts. If you think you or someone you’re with has any symptoms of heart attack , call 911 immediately.

Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack
If you have any of these signs, call 911 and get to a hospital right away.
Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and comes back.
Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.
Other signs such as breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
The most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort.
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