*Chuck Myers, DASHO* 01/07/2011 04:24 PM To ALL FS cc Subject Heart Attack Information
*By now most if not all employees have heard about the Chief's heart attack. He is recovering well and is in very good spirits. One of the main reasons that the Chief's heart attack was not as severe as it could have been is because of his quick response to the symptoms he was experiencing. The Chief sensed that he was experiencing the early signs of a heart attack and he took the correct action by seeking help immediately. * *Most of the time heart attacks begin gradually and can lead people to deny or reject the reality that they are in the early stages of a heart attack. The information below is provided to inform our employees about some of the symptoms of a heart attack and the immediate actions they should take. The links below provide access to medical websites that will provide further information. * *Heart Attacks: Signs, Symptoms, and What to Do* *Chest Discomfort* Some heart attacks are sudden and intense, but most begin gradually, with mild pain or discomfort. The most common heart attack sign for both men and women is chest pain or discomfort. This discomfort or pain occurs in the center of the chest and can last for more than a few minutes, or it can go away and come back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain. *Discomfort in Other Areas of the Upper Body* Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach. *Shortness of Breath* You may experience shortness of breath that may occur with or without chest discomfort or pain. *Other Signs* Some other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, or experiencing nausea or light-headedness. Women are more likely than men to experience additional common symptoms, generally including shortness of breath, nausea and vomiting, and back or jaw pain. *What You Should Do* If you believe you are having a heart attack, call 911 or your medical emergency medical system *immediately*. Although it is common to be unsure of what is happening and put off calling for help, do not wait more than five minutes before calling for help. Calling 911 or another emergency response number is the most effective way to receive lifesaving treatment. Emergency medical services staff begin treatment upon arrival and are trained to revive someone whose heart has stopped. Even if you are not certain whether you are having a heart attack, make sure to tell a doctor about your symptoms. Follow the links below to obtain more information on the early signs of a heart attack and actions to take when experiencing those symptoms *http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=14577*<http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=14577> * http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/Conditions_UCM_305346_SubHomePage.jsp *<http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/Conditions_UCM_305346_SubHomePage.jsp> *http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/actintime/haws/haws.htm*<http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/actintime/haws/haws.htm> -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Cambodia Discussion (CAMDISC) - www.cambodia.org" group. This is an unmoderated forum. Please refrain from using foul language. Thank you for your understanding. Peace among us and in Cambodia. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/camdisc Learn more - http://www.cambodia.org
