$Unique_ID{BRK00486} $Pretitle{} $Title{Heart Attack} $Subject{attack attacks stroke strokes warning signs booklet American Heart Association resource resources} $Volume{Z-0} $Log{ Myocardial Infarction*0005400.tid Types of Ischemic Stroke II*0006902.scf} Copyright (c) 1991-92,1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc. A Resource About Heart Attack ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The number one cause of death in the United States today is heart attack, striking about 1.5 million Americans and claiming 540,000 lives annually. Another 150,000 lives are lost to stroke, the third largest killer. If you know and understand the warning signs of a heart attack or stroke your actions may prevent needless deaths, and reduce the pain and suffering these diseases can inflict. The booklet "Heart Attack and Stroke: Signals and Action" has been designed and produced to bring this information to you. You may request your free copy from The American Heart Association, 3216 Broadway, Fairlawn, NJ 07022. Be sure to include a stamped self-addressed business sized envelope. For your effort you will receive an eight paged booklet that tells How to recognize a heart attack, how to respond to a heart attack, how to recognize a stroke, and how to respond to a stroke. There are some illustrations to help you, as well as some suggestions about preparations you may want to take now, against the day when these emergencies may arise. Since many heart attack victims deny what is happening, and often delay their treatment by hours, the knowledge gained from this book can truly save a life. ---------------- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical problem.