Chest Pain Center
As an accredited Chest Pain Center for primary PCI, Lima Memorial provides quality, up-to-date care for patients experiencing chest pain. Maintaining this accreditation through the American College of Cardiology means that Lima Memorial has dedicated physicians and staff in interventional cardiology and emergency medicine who are trained to rapidly recognize and treat a heart attack. By acting quickly in the first stages of a heart attack, damage to your heart muscle can be reduced.
If you suspect a heart attack, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Call 9-1-1 immediately if you are experiencing sudden or persistent chest pain, pressure, squeezing or discomfort, as these may be symptoms of a heart attack. Additional symptoms may include:
- Pain in one or both arms
- Jaw or upper back pain
- Shortness of breath
- Sweating and / or nausea
Early Heart Attack Care Saves Lives
Heart attacks often begin with subtle symptoms, and we are committed to raising awareness through the Early Heart Attack Care (EHAC). This guide highlights key warning signs such as chest discomfort, nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath and more—symptoms that may occur hours or even days before a major cardiac event.
By learning to recognize these signs and acting fast, you could help save a life—maybe even your own. Remember: Survive. Don’t Drive. Call 9-1-1.
Learn more from the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association resources:
Heart Attack Signs & Symptoms – American College of Cardiology
What Should I Know About Chest Pain? – American Heart Association
What is Cardiac Arrest? – American Heart Association
What is a Heart Attack? – American Heart Association
What is a Stroke? – American Heart Association
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