For years, heart disease from coronary artery blockages was seen as a man's issue. Today, experts recognize it as the leading cause of death for women too.
Overlooking Women's Heart Health
Yet women often receive fewer medications and less preventive guidance. Research highlights that symptoms differ from men's, as do risk factors. For instance, obese women face a 64% risk of heart issues, compared to 46% in obese men—likely due to women's narrower arteries, which clog more readily.
Higher Mortality in Younger Women
Women under 50 who suffer a heart attack are twice as likely to die as men in similar situations. Overall, 42% of women die within a year of a heart attack, versus 24% of men.
These insights underscore the need for tailored treatments to improve outcomes for women.
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