Conditions & Treatment

Jun 17, 2025

Stroke Myths Busted: What Do You Need to Know to Save a Life?

Strokes don’t just happen to older adults. A quarter of strokes occur in those under 65.

By Richard Zweifler, MD and Lauren Dunn, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Apr 16, 2025

9 Warning Signs of a Heart Attack from Your Body a Month Before

Heart attacks can happen suddenly or without notice. Warning signs may occur for many people hours, days or weeks in advance. Knowing these signs and symptoms can help you save your life.

By James Stephen Jenkins, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FSVM

Mature Couple Taking Golden Retriever For Walk

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 17, 2025

Heart Attacks in Men & Women: What Are the Different Signs and Risks?

Learn the different signs and risks of heart attacks in men and women. Understand the symptoms and seek care with Ochsner Health.

By Nichole Polin, MD, FACC

Women's Health

Jan 30, 2025

5 Heart Attack Symptoms in Women That May Surprise You

Many people imagine a heart attack like they’ve seen in the movies, but women often suffer from more subtle symptoms, like neck pain or nausea.

Prevention & Wellness

Jan 16, 2025

Cold Weather and Heart Attacks: 3 Things to Know

Cold weather can cause your arteries to constrict, which can mean your heart has to work harder due to a rise in blood pressure and pulse.

By Michael Castine, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Dec 11, 2024

Holiday Heart Health: 5 Tips for a Safe Season

Don't mistake heart issues for indigestion. Prioritize your health this festive season by learning to recognize warning signs of a heart attack.

By Carl (Chip) Lavie, MD, FACC, FACP, FCCP

Women sitting at her desk with her hands folded over her heart

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 2, 2024

6 Signs of Heart Attack in Women

Heart attack symptoms can display themselves differently in men and women. While chest pain is the most common symptom of a heart attack, women are more likely to suffer a heart attack with more subtle signs.

By Salima Qamruddin, MD, MPH and Merrill Stewart, MD and Nadia Abelhad, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Apr 25, 2023

How Do I Know If I Am Having a Heart Attack?

Heart attacks aren’t the same for everyone. Learn about the range of symptoms.

Woman using cell phone wondering about panic attacks

Mental Health

Feb 1, 2023

How Do I Know if I'm Having a Panic Attack?

In a classic panic attack, a person is going about their normal daily activities when they suddenly experience a deep feeling of fear, anxiety or impending doom.

By Eleanor Carrio, MD