The Facts: Heart Disease & Women

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among both men and women in the US. Even so, most people—including physicians—have thought of heart disease as a problem mainly in men. But the fact remains: more women in this country die of heart disease than from any other cause, including cancer.

Fighting heart disease in women means:

• Overcoming a lack of awareness concerning the special risks and challenges that women face
• Dealing with misunderstandings of how heart disease can affect women differently than men
• Changing the tendency toward less aggressive diagnosis and treatment in women

Learn the facts and protect yourself from heart disease. Explore this Web site for helpful, easy-to-read information that you can discuss with your doctor.

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