Hospitals Must Accept Heart Attack Cases
The Saudi health authorities affirm that hospitals are required to accept cases of heart strokes or suspected cases transferred by the Red Crescent, provided that necessary resources for treatment are available. This aims to reduce waiting times and increase survival chances. The Ministry of Health explains that symptoms of a heart stroke include chest pain that radiates to the arm or shoulder, shortness of breath, cold sweating, and nausea. They emphasize the importance of immediately contacting 997 when a stroke is suspected and giving the patient aspirin if possible. This differs from cases of brain strokes, which require rapid diagnosis and immediate treatment using the FAST protocol. The ultimate goal of this decision is to enhance quick response and reduce complications related to heart and brain disorders.
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