That headline is partly misleading. A heart attack does not reliably give everyone six warning symptoms one month beforehand. Some people have symptoms hours, days, or even weeks before a cardiac event, while others have little or no warning.
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Six symptoms worth taking seriously
Chest pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain
Shortness of breath
Pain or discomfort in the arm or shoulder
Pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, back, or upper abdomen
Unusual fatigue, weakness, or lightheadedness
Nausea, vomiting, or a cold sweat
These are recognized heart-attack warning signs, and symptoms can differ between people. Women, in particular, may experience less typical symptoms such as unusual tiredness, nausea, back/shoulder pain, or shortness of breath.
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Most important: don’t wait for symptoms to persist for weeks or assume they’re merely a “warning.” If you have new chest discomfort, significant shortness of breath, or other possible heart-attack symptoms right now, seek emergency medical help immediately. Heart attacks require urgent treatment, and every minute matters.
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So a more accurate headline would be: “Heart Attack Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore—They Can Sometimes Begin Before the Attack.”
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