If You Think You’re Having a Heart Attack at Home, Do This First 🚨
There is no 10-second trick that can stop a heart attack. The most important action is to call your local emergency medical service immediately. Don’t wait to see if the pain goes away and don’t drive yourself to the hospital.
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While waiting for help:
Stop what you’re doing and sit or rest in a comfortable position.
Unlock the door and keep your phone nearby so emergency responders can reach you quickly.
If you are an alert adult with non-traumatic chest pain, current AHA/Red Cross guidance says you may chew and swallow 162–325 mg of aspirin while waiting for EMS unless you’re allergic to aspirin or have been told by a healthcare professional not to take it. If you’re unsure whether aspirin is safe for you, wait for EMS.
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Do not take aspirin and wait to see whether the pain improves. Calling emergency services comes first.
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If the person becomes unresponsive and isn’t breathing normally, someone should call emergency services and begin CPR; use an AED if one is available.
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Possible heart-attack symptoms include pressure or pain in the chest, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, lightheadedness, or pain/discomfort in the arm, back, neck, jaw, or stomach. Symptoms can be different in women and older adults.
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If you’re experiencing these symptoms right now, call your local emergency number now.
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