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WomenTalk: Matters of the Heart
Read More: WomenTalk: Matters of the HeartThis episode is all about heart health — and why it’s something women can’t afford to ignore. Heart disease is the number one killer of women, yet so many of us don’t realize our risk or know what to look for. We’re joined by Martha Gulati, M.D., a leading expert in preventive cardiology and women’s…
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Prescripciones sociales podrían ser beneficiosas para tu corazón
Read More: Prescripciones sociales podrían ser beneficiosas para tu corazónEnglish Las enfermedades cardíacas son la causa principal de muertes de mujeres en EE.UU. La mayoría de nosotras conocemos las recomendaciones estándar: Hacer más ejercicio, comer mejor, dejar de fumar y controlar el estrés. Pero incluso con las mejores intenciones, estas instrucciones podrían sentirse abstractas, especialmente si vives en un vecindario sin un lugar seguro…
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Social Prescribing May Help Your Heart
Read More: Social Prescribing May Help Your HeartHeart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. Most of us know the standard advice: Exercise more, eat better, quit smoking, manage stress. But even with the best intentions, those instructions can feel abstract, especially if you live in a neighborhood without a safe place to walk, can’t easily afford fresh…
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After a Major Heart Attack at 43, I Work to Raise Awareness Among My Native Community
Read More: After a Major Heart Attack at 43, I Work to Raise Awareness Among My Native CommunityAs told to Nicole Audrey Spector That night — the night that changed my life — it was late and I was in my home studio alone, deeply focused on my work. I’m a florist and run my own business. I had a wedding coming up and was in the middle of processing flowers. Suddenly,…
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What Women Need to Know About Cholesterol
Read More: What Women Need to Know About CholesterolEspañol Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in women, regardless of age. High cholesterol levels can cause plaque to build up in the arteries, a condition known as atherosclerosis, which can partially block blood flow to the heart and the rest of the body. This can increase the risk of heart…
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After a Stroke, 5 Implantable Defibrillators and a Heart Transplant, I’m Stronger than Ever
Read More: After a Stroke, 5 Implantable Defibrillators and a Heart Transplant, I’m Stronger than EverAs told to Jacquelyne Froeber Growing up, I got my yearly physical at school just like all my other classmates. It was the same drill every time: The doctor checked your spine for scoliosis, listened to your heart for problems and then sent you on your way. But my first year of junior high was…
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Las 6 cifras que toda mujer debe conocer para comprender su salud cardiaca
Read More: Las 6 cifras que toda mujer debe conocer para comprender su salud cardiaca+ Infographic text Las enfermedades cardiacas son la causa principal de muertes de mujeres en EE.UU. Aquí encontrarás 6 cifras que proporcionan un buen resumen general de tu salud cardiovascular. 1. Presión arterial: La fuerza que debe aplicar tu sangre para pasar por tus arterias Cifra superior (sistólica): la presión que tu corazón ejerce contra…
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Las 6 cifras que toda mujer debe conocer para comprender su salud cardiaca
Read More: Las 6 cifras que toda mujer debe conocer para comprender su salud cardiaca+ Infographic text Las enfermedades cardiacas son la causa principal de muertes de mujeres en EE.UU. Aquí encontrarás 6 cifras que proporcionan un buen resumen general de tu salud cardiovascular. 1. Presión arterial: La fuerza que debe aplicar tu sangre para pasar por tus arterias Cifra superior (sistólica): la presión que tu corazón ejerce contra…
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Las 6 cifras que toda mujer debe conocer para comprender su salud cardiaca
Read More: Las 6 cifras que toda mujer debe conocer para comprender su salud cardiaca+ Infographic text Las enfermedades cardiacas son la causa principal de muertes de mujeres en EE.UU. Aquí encontrarás 6 cifras que proporcionan un buen resumen general de tu salud cardiovascular. 1. Presión arterial: La fuerza que debe aplicar tu sangre para pasar por tus arterias Cifra superior (sistólica): la presión que tu corazón ejerce contra…
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6 Numbers Every Woman Needs to Know to Understand Their Heart Health
Read More: 6 Numbers Every Woman Needs to Know to Understand Their Heart Health+ Infographic text Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in the U.S. Here are 6 numbers that offer a good snapshot of your cardiovascular health. 1. Blood Pressure – How much force your blood must use to get through your arteries. Top number (Systolic) – the pressure that your heart pumps against when…
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Cardiovascular Disease Resource Guide
Read More: Cardiovascular Disease Resource GuideUnderstanding your risk for heart disease and how you can take proactive steps for prevention are essential for reducing your chances of developing heart disease. You can create a plan for a healthier heart by turning to the right resources for help. We’ve put together a list of resources to help you get started. American…
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Stroke Risk for Women
Read More: Stroke Risk for WomenOctober 29, 2025, is + Infographic text What is a stroke? A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted. This prevents brain cells from getting oxygen and other nutrients, causing them to die. 1 in 5 women will have a stroke. Stroke is: The No. 3 cause of death for women overall.…
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Lo que debes saber de la insuficiencia cardiaca
Read More: Lo que debes saber de la insuficiencia cardiacaEspañol ¿Has escuchado de la insuficiencia cardiaca? No es un ataque cardiaco. Son dos enfermedades cardiacas diferentes. Un ataque cardiaco es cuando la circulación sanguínea al corazón se reduce u obstruye repentinamente. La insuficiencia cardiaca ocurre cuando el corazón no bombea sangre adecuadamente. Y afecta a casi 3 millones de mujeres cada año. Comprender este…
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No estaba cansada. Tenía insuficiencia cardiaca.
Read More: No estaba cansada. Tenía insuficiencia cardiaca.English Tal como se relató a Erica Rimlinger “Estoy bien. Lo que pasa es que no comí suficiente cuando desayuné”, le dije al personal médico en la sala de emergencias. Me estaba preparando para salir del hospital. Mis colegas, expliqué, estaban siendo demasiado cautelosos cuando pidieron una ambulancia para mí. Les dijeron a los paramédicos…
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I Wasn’t Tired. I Was in Heart Failure.
Read More: I Wasn’t Tired. I Was in Heart Failure.As told to Erica Rimlinger “I’m fine. I just didn’t eat enough breakfast,” I told the medical staff in the emergency room. I was gearing up to walk out of the hospital. My co-workers, I explained, were being overly cautious by ordering the ambulance for me. They told the EMTs I passed out, fell and…
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What Women Need to Know About Heart Failure
Read More: What Women Need to Know About Heart FailureHave you heard of heart failure? It’s not a heart attack. But they’re both forms of heart disease. A heart attack is when blood flow to the heart is suddenly reduced or blocked. Heart failure happens when the heart doesn’t pump blood as well as it should. And it affects almost 3 million women a…
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Lipoprotein (a): The Heart Health Risk Factor You Need to Know About
Read More: Lipoprotein (a): The Heart Health Risk Factor You Need to Know AboutLipoprotein (a) might sound like a sexy lip plumper, but that’s not quite what it is. Lipoprotein (a), or Lp(a) for short, is a particle that’s found in your blood. This particle transports cholesterol and can impact your heart disease risk, so it’s worth learning more and potentially having your levels checked through blood work.…
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It Wasn’t Stage Fright. I Was Having a Heart Attack at Age 39.
Read More: It Wasn’t Stage Fright. I Was Having a Heart Attack at Age 39.As told to Jacquelyne Froeber February is American Heart Month. It was Friday night in Waikiki and I was late. I rushed backstage and apologized to the crew. “I went to the M.A.C. counter to get my makeup done and it took longer than planned,” I said. That wasn’t exactly true. I didn’t plan to…
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WomenTalk: The Link Between Diabetes and Your Heart
Read More: WomenTalk: The Link Between Diabetes and Your HeartIn the second episode in our heart health series of WomenTalk, we’ll learn all about the link between heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Cardiologist Payal Kohli, M.D., explains what factors increase our risk of disease and how to lower your risk. Watch more WomenTalk episodes
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FAQs About Heart Valve Disease
Read More: FAQs About Heart Valve DiseaseWhen was the last time you listened to your heart? Or better yet, had your healthcare provider (HCP) tune in? Heart valve disease is on the rise, and catching it early can be a matter of life or death. Studies show as many as half of the people with a type of advanced valve disease…
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Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?
Read More: Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?+ Infographic text Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in the U.S. What is heart disease? Heart disease includes many different conditions that affect the heart and its structures, like veins and arteries. The most common type of heart disease in women is coronary artery disease What increases your risk for heart disease? …
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About High Triglycerides
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About High TriglyceridesMost cholesterol tests will usually measure triglycerides, but they aren’t a type of cholesterol. However, triglycerides are related to the two types of cholesterol: LDL and HDL. Like cholesterol, triglycerides are types of lipids (or fats) that travel through the blood to perform essential functions in the body. And, like LDL cholesterol, high levels of…
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The Intersection of Heart Disease, Diabetes and Stroke
Read More: The Intersection of Heart Disease, Diabetes and StrokeDebora Grandison, a 63-year-old author in St. Louis, MO, first learned that she had issues with her heart in 1988 when she went into preterm labor. The labor stopped but the medications she needed caused complications, leading to a few weeks in intensive care where she was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse and gestational diabetes.…
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WomenTalk, “The Heart Truth”
Read More: WomenTalk, “The Heart Truth”On this episode of WomenTalk, we’re partnering with NIH/NHLBI to encourage women to take action to protect their heart health. We’ll help women understand what their heart health numbers mean, risk factors for heart disease and the practical steps they can take to protect their heart, as well as the importance of self-care, stress management…
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Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs 101
Read More: Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs 101Almost 2 out of every 5 adults in the United States have high cholesterol, which can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. This is dangerous for women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) because heart disease is their number one cause of death. Many people who have high cholesterol don’t know they…
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Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack
Read More: Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart AttackHeart disease is the number one cause of death for women and people assigned female at birth in the United States. That means you may be at risk for serious heart problems, such as heart attack or cardiac arrest. You’ve probably heard of these life-threatening conditions but they’re not the same. Here’s what you need…
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Q&A: Anne Fulenwider Says Heart Health and Telehealth Are In
Read More: Q&A: Anne Fulenwider Says Heart Health and Telehealth Are InFebruary is American Heart Month. In 2016, Anne Fulenwider’s mother died of a heart attack. Fulenwider knew her mother’s side of the family had a history of heart problems — her uncle had a fatal heart attack at age 40 — but her mother’s heart health had been monitored since she was in her 20s.…
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What Is a Heart-Healthy Diet?
Read More: What Is a Heart-Healthy Diet?February is American Heart Month. Most of us have a favorite comfort food we go to every now and then that’s not exactly healthy (looking at you, potato chips). But what you eat on the daily has a big impact on your heart health. Research shows eating more processed foods (i.e., those dang potato chips),…
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Did You Know That Heart Disease Affects Women of Color Differently?
Read More: Did You Know That Heart Disease Affects Women of Color Differently?February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is often dismissed as a middle-aged white man’s disease, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. The risk of cardiovascular disease among women, especially women of color, is poorly understood, yet the statistics speak for themselves. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for all women,…
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Access, Affordability, Cardiovascular disease, Health insurance, Heart disease, Heart health, Medication, Prescription drugs
A Patient’s Journey: How to Navigate Health Insurance for Heart Disease
Read More: A Patient’s Journey: How to Navigate Health Insurance for Heart DiseaseFebruary 2, 2024, is National Wear Red Day and February is AmericanHeart Month. For the more than 60 million women in the United States living with some type of heart disease, navigating health insurance coverage can be overwhelming. A patient’s journey with heart disease should move seamlessly from diagnosis to treatment, with a strong partnership…
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Fast Facts: What Women Need to Know About Cardiovascular Disease
Read More: Fast Facts: What Women Need to Know About Cardiovascular DiseaseSeptember is National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month Medically reviewed by Nieca Goldberg, M.D. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the no. 1 cause of death in women in the U.S. But only 44 out of 100 women know that CVD is their biggest risk. Knowing the signs and symptoms of CVD and when to talk to…
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5 Heart Disease Risk Factors Every Woman Needs To Know About
Read More: 5 Heart Disease Risk Factors Every Woman Needs To Know AboutSeptember is Heart Awareness Month. Heart disease and strokes are the second highest cause of death in South Africa (only HIV can beat this killer!), so this is definitely something we can’t brush off. A healthy heart literally is a matter of life and death. While we’re all aware that to have a healthy heart,…
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Why Don’t Women Get the Same Treatment for Heart Disease as Men?
Read More: Why Don’t Women Get the Same Treatment for Heart Disease as Men?Katherine Wilemon was 39 when she experienced crushing chest pain and pain radiating down her right arm. Her jaw was tight and she was scared. The paramedics who brought her to the emergency department (ED) said it was unlikely she was having a heart attack and told her to stay calm. “If it was your…
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I Had Quadruple Bypass Surgery at 48
Read More: I Had Quadruple Bypass Surgery at 48As told to Jacquelyne Froeber I felt the first real symptoms on Christmas Day. I was walking our family dog uphill through the neighborhood when I felt a strange tightness in my chest. “That’s weird,” I thought. I noticed I was slightly out of breath, too. By the time I got home, the tightness was…
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Symptoms of Heart Attacks in Women
Read More: Symptoms of Heart Attacks in WomenThe statistics can make your heart skip a beat: 1 in 3 women die from cardiovascular disease each year. And heart disease — a type of cardiovascular disease that affects the heart’s ability to function — is the No.1 cause of death for women in the United States. Heart disease can lead to a heart…
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No, Latinos Don’t Actually Have Less Heart Disease – a New Large Study Refutes the Longstanding ‘Latino Paradox’
Read More: No, Latinos Don’t Actually Have Less Heart Disease – a New Large Study Refutes the Longstanding ‘Latino Paradox’By Olveen Carrasquillo, University of Miami The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea Latinos may have higher rates of heart disease than previously thought, refuting a well-accepted idea known as the “Latino paradox,” according to a new study that I was involved in. The crux of the Latino…
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Cardiovascular disease, Chronic conditions, Heart disease, Heart health, Nutrition, Obesity, Preventive health, Weight management
Beer and Spirits Have More Detrimental Effects on the Waistline and on Cardiovascular Disease Risk Than Red or White Wine
Read More: Beer and Spirits Have More Detrimental Effects on the Waistline and on Cardiovascular Disease Risk Than Red or White WineBy Brittany Larsen, Iowa State University The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea Drinking beer and spirits is linked to elevated levels of visceral fat – the harmful type of fat that is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and other health complications –…
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What Is Aphasia? An Expert Explains the Condition Forcing Bruce Willis to Retire From Acting
Read More: What Is Aphasia? An Expert Explains the Condition Forcing Bruce Willis to Retire From ActingSwathi Kiran, Boston University Actor Bruce Willis, 67, is “stepping away” from his career in film and TV after being diagnosed with aphasia, his family announced on March 30, 2022. In a message posted on Instagram, his daughter, Rumer Willis, said that the condition was “impacting his cognitive abilities.” Swathi Kiran, director of the Aphasia…
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The Sex of Your Cells Matters When It Comes to Heart Disease
Read More: The Sex of Your Cells Matters When It Comes to Heart DiseaseBy Heart tissue with XX chromosomes has a higher concentration of cells (colored green, with blue nuclei) that promote scarring than do cells with XY chromosomes.Brian Aguado, CC BY-NC-ND We found that the cells we grew on our hydrogel models were able to replicate the sex differences seen in valve tissue – namely, valve cells…
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Bystander CPR Saved My Husband’s Life
Read More: Bystander CPR Saved My Husband’s LifeFebruary is American Heart Month. Fifteen years ago in February, the month our nation dedicates to cardiovascular health for American Heart Month, my 34-year-old husband had a cardiac arrest in front of me. Two months earlier, just before Christmas, our first son had been born. We’d been navigating the upside-down days and nights of new…
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Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack and Stroke
Read More: Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack and StrokeDesign: Megan Schofield Medically reviewed by Dr. Nieca Goldberg Friday, February 4 is National Wear Red Day.
