Health Communication Assessment

Heart Disease

•  Angina •  Dyspnea •  Asthenia •  Vertigo •  Pain

#1 cause of death in US

Women can experience dull, aching tight sensation in chest, jaw or shoulder blades

Men more likely to experience arrthymias and earlier onset by 10 years, ¼ of deaths occur at ages 35-65

Use clot busting drugs within an hour for best results