Accredited Chest Pain Center
Hospitals like Merit Health Biloxi that have earned ACC Chest Pain Center have proven exceptional competency in treating patients with heart attack symptoms. As required to meet the criteria of the accreditation designation, they have streamlined their systems from admission to evaluation to diagnosis and treatment all the way through to appropriate post-discharge care and recommendations and assistance in patient lifestyle changes.
Heart attacks are a leading cause of death in the U.S. Learn the warning signs of a heart attack and when to seek medical care. Learning hands-only CPR can help save lives in the event of an emergency.
If you or someone you love is experiencing any sign or symptoms of a heart attack, call 9-1-1 immediately and go directly to the emergency room.