Medical emergencies related to the heart can be critical and require prompt action. According to Dr Vora, knowing the difference is crucial for saving lives.

The short answer is: no. A heart attack, simply put, is when one of the coronary arteries become blocked, cutting off blood supply to the heart muscle. And a cardiac arrest is when the heart stops ...

Heart disease is a leading killer around the world and the top cause of death in the United States. It killed an estimated 17.9 million people in 2019, representing 32% of all deaths globally, ...

A heart attack is a blockage in blood flow to the heart, while cardiac arrest is an electrical malfunction causing the heart to stop pumping. Recognizing this crucial difference is vital, as immediate ...

Heart attacks and cardiac arrest represent two of the most serious cardiovascular emergencies facing modern medicine, yet public confusion between these distinct conditions remains widespread. This ...

Why heart attack and cardiac arrest is rare but possible in kids. March 1, 2011— -- On the morning of March 26, 2008, Rebecca Knowles heard her husband cry for help from their son's bedroom.

Dr. Zipes answers the question: 'Heart Attack vs. Heart Rhythm Problems?' — -- Question: What is the difference between a heart attack and heart rhythm problems? Can one cause the other? Answer ...

When Heather Baker suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at work in 2018, she had no history of heart issues. "I started gasping for air," she told NBC Chicago. "My heart had stopped." Stream NBC 5 for ...

The idea of having a heart attack is scary enough, but what if no one is around to help in your hour of need? The sobering reality is that only a small fraction of people who experience cardiac arrest ...

The American Heart Association updates recommendations for cardiac arrest, choking and overdose response, plus an unexpected benefit from the MRNA vaccine.

Isy Sonabend suffered a heart attack and cardiac arrest, initially mistaking symptoms for indigestion. The LifeVest, a wearable defibrillator, detected his episode and delivered life-saving shocks to ...