Heart attacks in the elderly will not affect normal life expectancy as long as they are treated properly. Elderly people with heart attack must prevent heart attack in general, because this disease is very serious once it strikes, so prevention is more critical than treatment in daily life. Actively cooperate with your doctor and take medication on time to control your condition. In addition, pay attention to more rest, control emotions, and exercise properly to enhance physical fitness. The usual diet of the elderly is also very important. Many elderly people suffer from hypertension and hyperlipidemia, which are very unfavorable to heart attack patients, so they should eat less greasy food and try to eat more protein and vitamin food. Regardless of the usual symptoms of discomfort, it is necessary to go to the hospital to review the body on time.