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Utah heart attack survivor calls for women to be more aware of their heart health


Published on 2025-02-10 20:23:11 - MSN
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  • A Utah mom and artist who suffered a massive heart attack but did not recognize symptoms because they were not the "classic" symptoms of a heart attack experienced by many men has turned her experience into art to help educate women and raise awareness about their risks

The article on MSN discusses the story of a Utah woman, Jennifer Henderson, who survived a heart attack and is now advocating for increased awareness of heart health among women. Henderson experienced a heart attack at the age of 47, which was initially misdiagnosed as anxiety or a panic attack, highlighting the often subtle and misleading symptoms in women. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing signs like chest discomfort, shortness of breath, nausea, and back or jaw pain, which can differ from the classic symptoms seen in men. Henderson's ordeal underscores the need for women to be proactive about their heart health, understand their risk factors, and not dismiss potential symptoms as less serious conditions. Her advocacy aims to educate and encourage women to seek immediate medical attention if they suspect something is wrong, potentially saving lives by preventing misdiagnosis and delayed treatment.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/diseases-and-conditions/utah-heart-attack-survivor-calls-for-women-to-be-more-aware-of-their-heart-health/ar-AA1yMu4Y ]