Learn your risks
Life stages play a key role in women’s unique risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Know what to watch for.
Risks & signs
Half of women who have a heart attack have their symptoms go unrecognized.
Knowing the signs will save lives.
Heart disease and stroke are the #1 cause of premature death in women. But nearly 40% of Canadians don’t know that. We need to increase awareness of the risks and symptoms specific to women. Educating healthcare professionals is just as crucial.
Learn the signs of heart attack and stroke.
You could save a woman’s life.
Signs of heart attack in women
Women don’t always have the “Hollywood heart attack”, with its characteristic chest-clutching pain. If you experience any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately.
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Chest discomfort
Pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain, burning or heaviness
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Nausea
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Shortness of breath
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Sweating
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Upper body discomfort
Neck, jaw, shoulder, arms, back
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Light-headedness
Signs of stroke
Stroke is a medical emergency. If you experience any of these signs, call 9-1-1. Do not drive to the hospital. An ambulance will get you to the best hospital for stroke care.
