heart health

Why Don’t Women Get the Same Treatment for Heart Disease as Men

Why Don’t Women Get the Same Treatment for Heart Disease as Men?

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women and men, so why are women being given different treatment?

Dr. Nieca Goldberg

15 Minutes With: Nieca Goldberg, M.D., Talks About Heart-Health Awareness

The trailblazing cardiologist explains how she helped create the Go Red for Women campaign and why women of all ages need to be aware of their heart health

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I Had Quadruple Bypass Surgery at 48

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States — and it doesn’t care how old you are

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How Much Alcohol Is Too Much for Your Heart Health?

New research suggests any amount of alcohol may put your heart at risk

Symptoms of Heart Attacks in Women

Symptoms of Heart Attacks in Women

Knowing your risk factors and the warning signs can help save your life

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No, Latinos Don’t Actually Have Less Heart Disease – a New Large Study Refutes the Longstanding ‘Latino Paradox’

For at least three decades, studies have shown that Latinos have better heart health than other people, but new research calls that into question

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How Mental Health Affects Your Heart

Stress, depression and anxiety can affect your heart as well as your mind. What’s the connection between mental health and heart disease, and how can you reduce your risk?

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Why Daylight Saving Time Is Unhealthy – a Neurologist Explains

Moving our clocks ahead each March is connected with serious negative health effects

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The Sex of Your Cells Matters When It Comes to Heart Disease

Sex and gender disparities in cardiovascular disease are rampant

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Heart to Heart: How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Heart Health Throughout Your Life

Complications during pregnancy are far from temporary when it comes to your health, but there are things you can do to reduce your risk

Jacque Gorelick

Bystander CPR Saved My Husband’s Life

A stranger’s actions helped my husband beat the odds and survive sudden cardiac arrest

Stroke vs. Heart Attack: Know the Signs & Symptoms

Stroke vs. Heart Attack: Know the Signs & Symptoms

Heart attacks and strokes are not the same. Knowing the signs and symptoms of each could save your life.

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Obesity and Other Health Conditions

Having obesity can put you at risk for developing other serious health conditions

Heart Disease: What Women Don’t Know

Heart Disease: What Women Don’t Know

Heart disease is the leading killer of women in the U.S. Read on to find out what else you need to know about this dangerous disease.

Rose DeRosa

My Wife Has Severe Heart Disease

I've never felt like a caregiver. I'm her partner in every way.

Deanna Linz

My Cardiovascular Disease Taught Me How to Live

A heart attack, a stroke, two stents and a cardiac loop can't stop me from chasing my dreams

What You Need to Know About Cholesterol

What You Need to Know About Cholesterol

Get the facts on cholesterol and how it affects your health

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Like Human Friends, Dogs Benefit Our Physical and Mental Health

Turns out all those long walks and belly rubs are a treat for us, too

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Heart Disease Is the Number One Cause of Death for Women

But too many women don't realize they could be at risk

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Clinically Speaking: Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease

What do you need to know about diabetes and heart disease? Dr. Nieca Goldberg suggests questions to ask if you have either or both conditions.

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The Connection Between Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease and Women's Health

Type 2 diabetes greatly increases your chance of developing cardiovascular disease, and the two share many risk factors. Luckily, you can make changes to lower your risk for both.