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What to do if someone is having a heart attack

If there’s an immediate risk of harm, always call 9-1-1. In this video, Zach Cantor, Paramedic Educator with the Regional Paramedic Program for Eastern Ontario, explains how to recognize the warning signs of a heart attack and the essential steps you can take to help until emergency responders arrive. You’ll learn: Common signs of a heart attack, including chest pressure, heaviness, or pain spreading to the arm, jaw, neck, or back Other symptoms such as shortness of breath, dizziness, nausea, or cold sweats Why symptoms can look different in women, older adults, and people with diabetes Why you should never drive someone to the hospital yourself and call 9-1-1 instead How to keep the person calm, seated, and resting while waiting for help Heart attacks are always a medical emergency. Acting quickly can save a life. Special thanks to the University of Ottawa Skills and Simulation Centre   uossc.ca