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Heart Attack
A non-communicable disease
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What is heart attack?? A heart attack happens when the flow of oxygen-rich blood to a section of heart muscle suddenly becomes blocked and the heart can’t get oxygen. If blood flow isn’t restored quickly, the section of heart muscle begins to die.
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Symptoms of heart attackChest pain or discomfort.Upper body discomfortShortness of breathBreaking out in a cold sweatFeeling unusually tired for no reason, sometimes for days
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How to prevent??Quit smoking
Exercise at least 30 minutes a day on most days of the week
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How to prevent??Eat a diet that's low in salt and saturated fat. Maintain a healthy weight
Practice good hygiene
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Conclusion During a heart attack, symptoms typically last 30 minutes or longer and are not relieved by rest or oral medications. If anyone thinks that he/she is having a heart attack, he/she should not delay, should call for emergency help. Immediate treatment of a heart attack is very important to lessen the amount of damage to your heart.
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