As per CDC, high rates of obesity and high blood pressure among younger people in the 35-64 age group put them at risk for heart attacks.
Heart attacks affect older people.
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While chest pain is a common symptom of a heart attack, it is not the only symptom. Other symptoms of a heart attack can include shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, and upper body discomfort or pain.
It is possible to have a heart attack even if you have no known risk factors. It is important to be aware of your heart health.
If you have no risk factors for heart disease, you can't have a heart attack.
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Some people may experience a feeling of tightness or pressure in the chest, while others may experience a sharp or stabbing pain.
A heart attack always feels like a crushing chest pain.
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The treatment for a heart attack will depend on the severity of the attack and the individual's specific circumstances.
If you have a heart attack, you will be rushed to surgery immediately.
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You need to manage underlying medical conditions and enable lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and managing stress to prevent heart attacks.
You can't do anything to prevent a heart attack.
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The length of hospitalisation for a heart attack will depend on the severity of the attack and the individual's specific circumstances.
If you have a heart attack, you will be hospitalised for a long time.
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While a heart attack can be a serious and life-threatening event, many people are able to make a full recovery and return to their normal activities after a heart attack.
If you survive a heart attack, you will never be able to lead a normal life again.
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Heart attacks are a leading cause of death for both men and women.
Women don't experience heart attacks as often as men.
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