Cardiac Emergencies and First Aid

Hypertensive crisis: when is it an emergency and what to do?

Seeing a very high figure on the baumanometer can be frightening. And rightly so: some situations require immediate attention. But not every elevated pressure is an emergency. The key is to distinguish between “very high blood pressure” and “high blood pressure with damage or alarm symptoms,” and to know what to do at that moment without making things worse. The [...]

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Chest pain: common causes and when is it an emergency?

Feeling pain, pressure or tightness in the chest is one of the most worrisome symptoms. Sometimes it is due to something relatively common such as reflux or muscle tension, but at other times it can be an emergency. The key is to recognize warning signs and know when not to wait. TL;DR (the bottom line) How can you

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Step-by-step instructions for safe CPR in Puerto Vallarta

CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency maneuver that can save lives in cases of cardiac arrest. Knowing its basic steps allows you to act quickly while professional help arrives, increasing the chances of survival. What is CPR and why is it vital? CPR combines chest compressions with ventilations to maintain the circulation of the heart.

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Care for acute myocardial infarction patient in Puerto Vallarta clinic

Acute myocardial infarction: symptoms and action

Acute myocardial infarction, known as a heart attack, is one of the most serious medical emergencies. It occurs when a coronary artery is suddenly blocked, preventing blood from reaching a part of the heart muscle. Recognizing its symptoms and acting immediately can save lives, especially in places like Puerto Vallarta,

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Patient in cardiac rehabilitation supervised by Dr. Karla Castolo

High blood pressure: everything you need to know to control it

Arterial hypertension (pressure ≥ 130/80 mm Hg) affects one in three Mexican adults and rarely causes symptoms. However, keeping it under control reduces heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure. In this guide you will learn the normal numbers, the factors that raise it and the best strategies for lowering it safely. What

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Hypertensive crisis: when is it an emergency and what to do?

Chest pain: common causes and when is it an emergency?

CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Acute myocardial infarction: symptoms and action

High blood pressure: everything you need to know to control it

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Hypertensive crisis: when is it an emergency and what to do?

Chest pain: common causes and when is it an emergency?

CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Acute myocardial infarction: symptoms and action

High blood pressure: everything you need to know to control it