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A new survey has found about a third of people would not dial Triple 0 if they were experiencing signs of a heart attack. But experts say that every minute is vital when someone is having a heart attack — and people, especially women, should not be afraid to ask for help.


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By Adriana Wainstok, Edwina Guinan

Presented by Ninos Emmanuel

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A new survey has found about a third of people would not dial Triple 0 if they were experiencing signs of a heart attack. But experts say that every minute is vital when someone is having a heart attack — and people, especially women, should not be afraid to ask for help.



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