My family has become more health conscious, eating right and exercising. I have been given a new life with grandchildren to love, play with and enjoy living only a block away and with the energy to see the wonders of the world. Women may learn from her article how to recognize atypical heart attack symptoms in time to do something about them. Her experiences suggests that the public should be made aware that the diagnosis and treatment of heart attacks may differ in women and men. Unfortunately, because the symptoms may not suggest an impending heart attack in a woman, she may not receive either the more sophisticated evaluative tests or early help until their heart disease is advanced and therapy is limited.
Secondary prevention is a lifelong endeavor.
Faye and her family have continued on a preventive program of diet and exercise, smoking abstinence, medication, and limiting their emotional stress for over 14 years. Faye is valuable role model for cardiac patients who will learn through her experience, that if they follow medical recommendations, and keep up their preventative programs on their own year after year, that they can lead exciting, fulfilling lives without physical limitation, and with considerable joy. All rights reserved. Before accessing or using HeartInfo, please read our Disclaimer and Privacy Policy . By using or accessing HeartInfo, you agree to be bound by the terms of the Disclaimer .