Recognising the signs of a heart attack
Main symptoms
The most common symptoms of a heart attack are:
• Pain in the chest, this may be a tightness, pressure or feel like a heavy weight
• Pain in the chest may spread to the arms, the neck, jaw or back
• Short of breath – you are having trouble catching your breath
• Sweaty and clammy
• Feel like you want to be sick or vomit
• Feel dizzy
If you notice any of these symptoms in yourself or somebody else, dial 999 without delay. This is a medical emergency that may require immediate treatment in hospital.