A [tag]heart attack[/tag] happens when the heart muscle does not receive blood or its blood supply is greatly reduced to the point that heart tissue is destroyed. The medical term for heart attack is myocardial infarction that refers to the death of heart tissue and muscle due to a lack of oxygen.
Heart Needs Blood To Stay Healthy
A healthy heart receives a constant source of blood as a part of its function and it needs this fresh supply of blood to stay healthy. In a healthy circulation system, the heart pushes oxygen rich blood to the body and the heart itself through arteries and veins bring the oxygen low blood back to the heart. When the heart is denied its blood supply through a blockage or rupture, this can cause serious problems. Continue reading What Is A Heart Attack?