In honor of Roshana Gossoff
JOHNS HOPSKINS MEDICINE | Heart Attacks Striking Younger Women
Although many people think heart attacks happen mostly to men, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. So it's just as important for women of every age to recognize heart attack signs and seek immediate medical attention.
For the vast majority of people – men and women – chest pain or discomfort is the primary symptom of a heart attack. However, women are more likely than men are to have less recognizable heart attack symptoms, such as:
- Pain or discomfort in different parts of the upper body (back, neck, jaw, arms or stomach)
- Shortness of breath
- Lightheadedness
- Cold sweats
- Fatigue
- Nausea and vomiting
