What is cardiac arrest vs heart attack?

Think of a heart attack as a circulation problem where a vessel is blocked, while cardiac arrest is an electrical failure that causes the heart to malfunction. Both are major medical emergencies, so call an ambulance right away if someone collapses or has severe chest pressure.

My father went through cardiac arrest and survived because we did CPR immediately. Keep in mind that a heart attack can actually lead to cardiac arrest, so never wait out chest pain at home. Learn basic CPR, it can literally save a life in emergencies.

I was actually researching this yesterday! A heart attack is when a coronary artery is blocked but the person is usually conscious, whereas cardiac arrest is when the heart suddenly stops pumping and they collapse. It's really good to know the difference.

I ignored heavy chest pain last year thinking it was just acidity, and it turned out to be a mild heart attack. Don't make my mistake, if you feel any pressure or sudden breathlessness, please get checked immediately by a doctor instead of guessing.

I read about heart health quite a bit because of my PCOS struggles. Heart attack means the heart muscle is losing blood supply, while arrest is the electrical system shutting down. Please consult a doctor for proper guidance on keeping your heart healthy.