Heart & Vascular
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How Early Menopause is Linked to a Higher Risk of Heart Disease
Menopause is the start of a new chapter. One aspect that many women may not realize is that they now are at higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
Cardiovascular Disease Is Different for Women
Women are increasingly aware of cardiovascular disease and its symptoms. But many don't know that women have different symptoms, treatments and outcomes than men. Learn about these important differences and what you should do.
How Your OB-GYN Can Help Protect Your Heart
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, more than all cancers combined. Your OB-GYN can play a key role in helping detect heart disease early on. Learn more.
Heart Attacks Becoming More Common in Younger Women
Many young women spend more time worrying about cancer than their heart health, but young women have to understand that heart disease knows no age requirement.
How a Cardiologist Can Aid Your Cancer Treatment
Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation carry some cardiac risk, either immediately or later on.
Peripheral Artery Disease: How to Know If You're at Risk
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a serious condition, but you may not know if you have it. Nearly half of those who have PAD have no signs or symptoms.
How Small Amounts of Activity Can Reap Big Health Benefits
Recently released recommendations say physical activity has immediate health benefits, and can reduce blood pressure and anxiety and improve sleep quality and insulin sensitivity.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease May Be Risk Factor for Heart Disease
Inflammation is part of a complex process by which the body responds to injury, irritants or damaged cells in an attempt to eliminate the threat and begin to repair the affected tissue. It can occur anywhere in the body and is a function of the...