A Message From Harris County ESD 11
YOUR CARE IS OUR PRIORITY and as your neighborhood’s emergency medical service, we’re here to keep you informed and prepared.
February Is Heart Month: Know the Signs—They Can Save a Life
February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on heart health and raise awareness about heart disease—the leading cause of death for both men and women. As your local EMS provider, we see firsthand how quickly heart emergencies can happen, and how important it is for residents to recognize the warning signs and act fast.
A heart attack doesn’t always look the same for everyone. Watch out for these common signs:
* Chest discomfort, often described as pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain
that lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and comes back
* Pain or discomfort in the arms, back, neck, jaw, or stomach.
* Shortness of breath, cold sweats, nausea, lightheadedness
* Sudden unexplained fatigue.
* Women may experience less obvious symptoms such as:
* Nausea, back or jaw pain, or extreme tiredness.
If you or someone around you is experiencing these symptoms, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Do not drive yourself to the hospital—EMS can begin lifesaving care the moment we arrive and alert the hospital so they’re ready for you.
This Heart Month, take time to learn the signs, talk with your family about heart health, and don’t ignore symptoms that feel “off.” Quick action saves lives, and we are always here when you need us. ❤️
HEY DR. K!
Each month our Medical Director Dr. Jay Kovar answers questions from our community about emergency medical care. This month Dr Kovar explains why this time of year our local ERs see more mental health emergencies. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is real and dangerous but you can take steps to protect your mental health and the mental health of your loved ones. Stay informed and safe, subscribe to our You Tube channel.
Become a CPR and choke-hazard hero! Call and book a CPR class with
Experience Coordinator Brian Piatkowski at 281-524-7667
About Harris County ESD 11 Mobile Healthcare:
Harris County ESD 11 Mobile Healthcare covers a 177 square mile area of northern Harris County with over 700,000 residents, the largest Emergency Services District in Texas. If you have an emergency call 911.