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Seven ways to know you might be having a heart attack

How to tell if you might be having a heart attack. Follow these seven need-to-know tips to ensure you properly identify any symptoms before it's too late.

Updated October 7, 2013

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Infographic to identify the signs that your heart is in trouble.

Identify the signs that your heart is in trouble (Photo by Mimi Haddon/Getty Images).

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