Cardiovascular diseases encompasses conditions of the heart and blood vessels. The term includes heart disease, the number one cause of death in women. READ MORE
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Cardiovascular Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis occurs when your arteries narrow and become less flexible, which happens when plaque collects on the inner walls. READ MORE
Cholesterol
High blood cholesterol is a major women's health issue. One in three Americans has high cholesterol, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. READ MORE
High Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is the amount of force your blood exerts against the walls of your arteries. High blood pressure, or hypertension, occurs when your blood pressure is elevated over time. Left untreated, it can damage your small blood vessels and organs and lead to heart attacks, stroke, kidney failure and circulatory problems. READ MORE
What Your Bladder Might Be Telling You About Your Heart
New research suggests a connection between urinary incontinence and cardiovascular disease in women. Here's what the connection means and when to ask your healthcare provider about screening.
5 Surprising Things That Can Affect Blood Pressure
Can dehydration cause high blood pressure? What about loneliness? Read our story to get the facts.
WomenTalk: Matters of the Heart
Heart health — 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.
Have you heard of ATTR-Cardiac Amyloidosis (ATTR-CM)?
What women need to know about this serious yet underdiagnosed form of heart disease
¿Has escuchado hablar de la amiloidosis cardíaca por transtiretina (ATTR-CM)?
Lo que las mujeres deben saber sobre esta enfermedad cardiaca grave pero infradiagnosticada
Social Prescribing May Help Your Heart
Could your healthcare provider prescribe a walk in the park or an art class?
Prescripciones sociales podrían ser beneficiosas para tu corazón
¿Podría tu proveedor de atención médica prescribir caminatas en el parque o una clase de arte?
After a Major Heart Attack at 43, I Work to Raise Awareness Among My Native Community
Living on a reservation means limited access to nutrition and medical care. Self-empowerment and education are crucial
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