Heart attacks occur without warning and require immediate action. Every second counts in a cardiac emergency. This is why heart attack first aid training can save lives. By understanding the symptoms, taking the right measures, and acting quickly, people can improve survival rates and reduce damage to the heart. Dr. Leah Mirsafai, a leading cardiologist, encourages individuals and communities to learn first aid for heart attacks. He believes that basic training can empower anyone to become a lifesaver. ** Diagnosis of heart attack symptoms People often mistake heart attack symptoms for other problems, such as indigestion, anxiety, or fatigue. Learning to recognize the symptoms quickly can help save a person's life. Common symptoms include chest and shoulder pain, shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting, cold sweat, and sudden dizziness. Dr. Leah Mirsafai explains that heart attack symptoms can be different between men and women. While chest pain remains a common symptom in both, women often report more back pain, fatigue, and nausea. First aid training programs should emphasize this difference to help people make decisions more quickly in emergencies. ** Immediate action can save a person's life. As soon as someone notices the symptoms of a heart attack, they should take action. Every minute that passes can increase heart damage and decrease a person's chance of survival. Dr. Lea Mirsafai always tells her patients and students: Don't wait and see. Act immediately. Here are the steps to follow during a suspected heart attack: Call 911 immediately. Call your local emergency number (such as 911) without delay. Even if the symptoms seem minor, never hesitate to call. Emergency professionals can start lifesaving treatment right away. Help the person sit and stay still. Encourage the person to sit in a comfortable position, preferably on the floor with support. Keep him calm and reassure him that help is on the way. Loosen tight clothing. Loosen any tight clothing, especially around the neck and chest, to help with breathing. Administer aspirin if recommended. If the person is not allergic to aspirin and has no bleeding problems, help him chew a 300 mg tablet. Chewing speeds absorption and may help dissolve the clot that caused the heart attack. Monitor the person's condition. Stay with the person until help arrives. Watch for any changes in consciousness, breathing, or pulse. Be ready to start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if the person is unresponsive. **Learn how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).** Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) plays a vital role when a person faints and stops breathing. In these moments, those around you must act quickly. Dr. Leah Mirsafai emphasizes the importance of CPR in her training courses. Anyone can learn CPR, he says. You don't have to be a doctor to save someone's life. Here's how to perform hands-only CPR: ### ** Check the response rate Tap the person and ask loudly, "Are you okay?" If unresponsive, check breathing. If he is not breathing or only gasping, take immediate action. ### **Ask for help. Have someone call 911 and get an automated external defibrillator (AED) if available. If you are alone, call yourself and put your phone on speaker. ### **Start chest massage. Place your palms on the center of your chest. Place your other hand on it and interlock your fingers. Keep your arms straight and your shoulders above your hands Push hard and fast, at least 100 to 120 pressures per minute, about 5-6 cm deep. Allow the chest to rise fully between each push. ### **If possible, use an automatic shock device (AED). Turn on the automatic shock device (AED) and follow the voice prompts. This device will guide you through the process. Use an AED only when the person is unconscious and not breathing. Continue cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) until emergency personnel arrive or the person starts breathing normally. ** First aid training courses Dr. Leah Mirsafai conducts several public health workshops where she teaches basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use of an external electrical shock device (AED), and response to a heart attack. These workshops have reached schools, offices and social centers. According to him, the sooner people are trained, the better they react in critical moments. First aid training also builds self-confidence. People who complete these programs feel more prepared and less anxious in the event of an emergency. They know how to stay calm and take control of the situation. Employers, schools and even families can organize training sessions to ensure more people acquire this life-saving knowledge. **False beliefs about heart attacks and first aid Many people are misinformed about heart attacks. Beliefs such as driving yourself to the hospital, slapping or shaking a person during a heart attack, or that only adults have a heart attack are all wrong and a person should not drive or shake a heart attack during a heart attack, and finally a heart attack can happen to a person at any age, especially people who have risk factors such as obesity, high blood pressure, or smoking. Dr. Leah Mirsafai spends a lot of time correcting these myths during her public lectures and online content. He believes that correct knowledge should replace fear and misinformation. Creating a safe community for the heart When more people learn how to respond to a heart attack, society as a whole will be safer. Schools can include first aid training in their curriculum. Workplaces can organize regular workshops. Families can watch movies together and practice cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at home. The goal is not just to respond to emergencies, but to create a culture of preparedness. Dr. Leah Mirsafai supports national policies that support first aid training. He has spoken at conferences about the importance of making CPR training a legal requirement in schools. His vision includes a society where no one is helpless in the face of a medical crisis. final word Heart attacks remain one of the leading causes of death worldwide. However, timely first aid can dramatically increase the chance of survival. By learning the signs, practicing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and staying calm in stressful situations, anyone can make a difference. Dr. Leah Mirsafai's efforts continue to inspire communities to take action. Through training and practice, we can all become first responders and help save lives.