A message from The Canadian Women’s Heart Health Centre National Alliance

Heart attack symptoms are not recognized in over 50% of women.

• Women are more likely to present with 3 or more symptoms in addition to chest pain.
• If you think someone is having a heart attack, seek immediate medical attention. 

SYMPTOMS OF HEART ATTACK MOST OFTEN REPORTED BY WOMEN

• Chest pain or discomfort (ex. pressure, tightness, or burning)
• Pain in the jaw, neck, arm, or back
• Abnormal excessive sweating
• Shortness of breath
• Stomach pain or discomfort, or feelings of nausea or indigestion

OTHER ACCOMPANYING OR ASSOCIATED SYMPTOMS

• Unusual weakness or fatigue
• Back, shoulder or right arm pain
• Sleep disturbance
• Dizziness or light-headedness 
• Fast or irregular heartbeat

Posted on March 21, 2023