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How to Survive a Heart Att.ack Alone After 60

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    • Carry a medical card with your health info, medications, and emergency contacts
    • Keep aspirin easily accessible in several spots
    • Set up the medical emergency feature on your phone
    • Wear a medical alert device if you live alone
    • Ensure your house number is visible and reflective
    • Plan how you’d unlock your door, where you’d sit, and where you’d keep your aspirin
    • Discuss your plan with family or trusted neighbors
Buy vitamins and supplements

Recommendations:

  • Never underestimate any heart symptoms, no matter how mild
  • Take quick action — don’t wait to see if symptoms go away
  • Stay calm and focus on steady breathing
  • Review your emergency plan every six months

Being prepared doesn’t mean living in fear; it means living wisely. Knowing these steps could save your life — or the life of someone you care about.

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