First Aid for a Heart Attack

A heart attack is a disease that can strike anyone, anytime and anywhere, regardless of age. People who are at risk of developing heart disease, such as smokers, people with high blood pressure, total cholesterol in the blood is high enough, people with diabetes and obesity, lack of exercise, eating foods that are not healthy, especially prolonged stress with type A personality, also the genetic factors and other factors.

World Health Organizationbadan world health, in 2004 reported that the incidence of Coronary Heart or Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs), the global is the first cause of death diurutan. There are about 17.1 million people, or approximately 29% of the world's population died from coronary heart disease and stroke.

Further in the survey said that by 2030, an estimated 23.6 million people will die from diseases of the blood vessels, particularly as a result of heart attacks and sudden stroke.

Take quick action to avoid fatal consequences. A research shows that a patient brought to the hospital within a few hours after having a heart attack, can still survive. Other anticipated following:

     Knowing signs attacks
     Recognize the signs of a heart attack is the most important thing. Not only is pain in the chest, heart attack also marked by excessive perspiration, dizziness, and feeling uncomfortable.

     act quickly
     Seconds to realize that you're having a heart attack or just a guess. Act quickly. You could lose consciousness at any particular point in time. So when the signs of a heart attack appear, the first thing to do is contact the medical emergency services. If you're in a public place, do not be shy about asking for help.

     Use of aspirin
     Aspirin helps thin the blood and dissolve blood clots. So when you experience symptoms of a heart attack, chew or dissolve the aspirin in a glass of water and drink it very helpful remedy your situation.

     reduce activity
     You should begin to stop or reduce activity when having a heart attack. Weakening of the heart muscles so you breathe hard. As a result, any activity will only make you tired and exacerbating the situation. Instead, shut up and take advantage of the time to rest until medical help came.

     Go to the hospital immediately
     Various ways mentioned above are only first aid until you get medical help. You should call an ambulance immediately or seek the assistance of those closest to take you to the hospital to use for further assistance.