Read our article and learn more on MedlinePlus: Heart attack first aid. read more
A heart attack generally causes chest pain for more than 15 minutes, but it can also have no symptoms at all. It's important to be aware that symptoms other than chest pain may occur, such as indigestion or persistent neck or jaw pain. read more
Dr. Mahadev Dixit, the head of Aster Centre of Cardiac Sciences say the most important thing to keep in mind while providing first aid to a heart attack patient is the value of time. The symptoms must not be confused with any other disease and the required action must be taken at the earliest. read more
Also, a heart attack victim should be taken to the hospital as soon as possible — at least within one hour (also known as the ‘golden hour’). Since, during a heart attack, a person’s heart stops pumping blood it can damage the person’s organs. read more