💗 Did you know there are specific warning signs of a heart attack in women?💗 🩺 It's important to know the traditional warning signs of heart attack AND the warning signs common in women. Women under 50 are more likely to have warning signs that AREN'T chest pain👩⚕️#WomensHealthWeek Learn more about heart attack warning signs in women HERE 👉 https://lnkd.in/ewC-BtKv
I can tell you they are not exclusive symptoms to women. I had jaw, neck and back pain for a month until nausea and vomiting. I had a 5x CABG as a result. Listen to your body and let others know how you're feeling. They can notice things you don't. Stay well 🙏
I know this is from Australia (though no less relevant!), so I went looking for the Irish equivalent of Women's Health Week and... there isn't one that I can see on the HSE calendar. Huh. Considering women have considerably worse treatment outcomes from heart attacks, sharing what a heart attack can also look like is really important. https://hselibrary.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Health-Information-Calendar-2024.pdf
Great advice!
Médica Investigadora | Coordinadora de Proyectos de Investigación | Consultora | Máster en Medicina Tropical y Administración de Proyectos
2moIt’s crucial for healthcare professionals to be trained to recognize that warning signs in women often present differently than in men. Symptoms can be more subtle or atypical, which means they might go unnoticed if these differences aren’t taken into account. Educating medical staff on these nuances is key to detecting issues early and preventing serious complications. The right training can make a big difference in women's health!