Risk Factors

Heart disease is the #1 killer of men and women. Knowing your risk factors and reducing those you can control is your best defense in preventing heart disease.

RISK FACTORS YOU CAN'T CONTROL:

• Age
• Ethnic Background
• Family History

RISK FACTORS YOU CAN CONTROL:

• Smoking
• Cholesterol Level
• Blood Pressure
• Physical Inactivity
• Obesity
• Diabetes

Heart Attack Warning Signs

If you experience any of these symptoms, call 9-1-1 or go directly to the closest Florida Hospital campus.

Women's Heart Attack Symptoms*:

• Slight discomfort in the chest
• Shortness of breath, fatigue
• Pain below the left shoulder blade or back
• Pain or tingling in the jaw, elbow, arm or throat

* Warning signs appear to be only stress or indigestion

Men's Heart Attack Symptoms:

• Dramatic onset of sudden pressure, fullness, squeezing or pain in the center of the chest
• Fainting
• Sweating
• Shortness of breath
• Sudden onset of rapid heartbeats
  

Call 407.303.1700 for a physician appointment.

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