Cardiovascular

Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the US. This year, approximately 700,000 Americans will experience their first heart attack and approximately 500,000 will have a recurring attack.

United Regional is a leader in the treatment of heart and vascular disease, providing prevention education, advanced diagnostics, specialized emergency care, highly skilled surgeons and experienced and compassionate staff to support patients throughout the recovery process. 

Do You Know the Warning Signs of a Heart Attack?

Whether or not you are at high risk for a heart attack it’s a good idea to be aware of the symptoms. If you begin to experience one or more of the following symptoms, please seek medical help immediately.

Symptoms Checklist

• Shortness of Breath – suddenly feeling that you can’t get air, even if you are not doing strenuous activity
• Weakness and Fatigue – simple tasks seem a lot more difficult
• Light-Headedness or Dizziness – can come on rapidly along with an elevated pulse, and may get to the point where you faint or pass out.
• Stomachache or Pressure – may feel like indigestion, just general pressure in the stomach or upper abdomen
• Nausea or Vomiting - may dry-heave or actually expel food
• Pain in the Back, Jaw, Neck or Arm – throbbing, crushing pressure, or sharp tearing pain in any of these areas
• Fear of Impending Doom – a sense that something is not right