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Cardiovascular Diseases

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

Cardiovascular Diseases

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis occurs when your arteries narrow and become less flexible, which happens when plaque collects on the inner walls. READ MORE

Cholesterol

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

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

Stroke

Stroke

A stroke—also referred to as a brain attack—occurs when a part of the brain is injured by a disturbance to its blood supply. READ MORE

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Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection 101

This heart condition affects mostly women. Here’s what you need to know.

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It Wasn’t Stage Fright. I Was Having a Heart Attack at Age 39.

Like many people, I thought I was too young to have a heart attack — but it can happen to anyone

WomenTalk: The Link Between Diabetes and Your Heart

In this episode of WomenTalk, we’ll learn all about the link between heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

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Getting Real About Red Yeast Rice

Does red yeast rice lower cholesterol? Here’s what you need to know.

WomenTalk: All About Triglycerides

Cardiologist Nieca Goldberg, M.D. discusses everything triglycerides

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FAQs About Heart Valve Disease

You’ve heard of heart disease, but heart valve disease is on the rise. Learn about the risk factors and screening options for this deadly condition.

Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?

Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?

Heart disease doesn't just affect men — it's also the #1 killer of women in the U.S.

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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About High Triglycerides

Triglycerides are the often forgotten or ignored numbers in a cholesterol panel. But cardiologist Nieca Goldberg, M.D., says we need to pay attention.

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Triglycerides 101: What They Are and Why They Matter

High triglyceride levels are linked to heart and pancreatic problems, but there are things you can do to lower your risk

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Introducción a los triglicéridos: Qué son y por qué son importantes

Niveles altos de triglicéridos se asocian a problemas cardiacos y pancreáticos, pero hay cosas que puedes hacer para reducir tu riesgo

Conditions & Treatments