: Work with your doctor to keep blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar in a healthy range [10, 23]. 4. Supporting Others
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: It is normal to feel overwhelmed. Connecting with others through platforms like the American Heart Association Support Network can provide emotional relief [11, 25]. 3. Prevention: "Life's Essential 8" : Work with your doctor to keep blood
: Do not wait to see if symptoms pass. The Mayo Clinic advises calling for help before taking any other action [5, 12]. 2. Life After a Heart Attack Timely treatment is critical to limit heart damage [12, 15]
: This is a supervised program that includes exercise, nutrition education, and stress management [24]. Ask your doctor for a referral if one wasn't provided at discharge [11].
: Quitting smoking is the single best thing you can do for your heart [5, 10].
The American Heart Association highlights eight key behaviors to maintain a healthy heart [10, 27]: