These days more and more cases of myocardial infarction are being reported and it seems that no one is spared from it. In the past, it is safe to say that only people who are older are the ones who are at risk of suffering a heart attack. Sad to say, the same thing could not be said these days since people of all ages and gender could suffer it. Lifestyle changes, modern times, and pollution are only some factors that could cause this heart ailment. Being aware about this coronary heart disease is important for us to avoid it.
Heart attack could strike any person, young or old, male or female. It is important to know that anyone is at risk from having a heart disease. It does not necessarily mean that if you are young and you feel good that you won't suffer from heart attack. We all need to know what causes it for us to avoid it.
Vices are common even for young people. Smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages are one of the most common vices that could lead to heart attack. Eating fatty food, lack of exercise, and stress could also lead to this disease. People who do not have vices are also not safe from heart diseases as they could also inherit it from their parents or grandparents. If people are well aware that heart attack is fatal and those factors could lead to a heart attack, then they would also learn to value their health more and would take precautions.
How would one know that he or she is suffering from a myocardial infarction already? Shortness of breath, pain in the chest, and vomiting are common symptoms of a heart attack. Getting medical attention as soon as possible after experiencing these symptoms is very important to minimize the damage. As much as possible, call an ambulance and let them give immediate intervention instead of driving to the hospital. Having presence of mind when having a heart attack may be hard to do but it is important and it could save your life. Learning first aid basics could not only help save your own life but the lives of others as well.
As much as possible, we need to lessen, if not completely eliminate, the risk of having a myocardial infarction. Having a healthy and balanced diet, exercising regularly, and taking your vitamins daily or as prescribed by a doctor are only among the things which are not that hard to do to prevent suffering a heart disease. If we have family history or we already have problems with our heart, it is best to always consult your doctor and never forget to take the prescribed medications.
Understanding what you need to do during a heart attack, how to prevent it and knowing its causes are very important. Always remember that having the right knowledge is already winning half the battle.
Credit : Ricky Solomon
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