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Women and Heart Disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death among women worldwide, surpassing all forms of cancer combined. However, this critical health issue often goes under-recognized and under-addressed in both the healthcare setting and broader public health discourse. Nurses play a vital role in identifying risk factors, educating patients, and advocating for preventive strategies, making it essential to understand why women face unique challenges when it comes to CVD.
The risk of CVD in women is influenced by a combination of biological, hormonal, and social factors. While men tend to experience cardiovascular issues earlier in life, women face a sharp increase in risk after menopause.
By understanding the multifaceted risk of CVD in women, you can help close the gender gap in cardiovascular health outcomes and save lives.
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Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes and CVD
June 28, 2021
A Decline in Hypertension Awareness Among Young Women
February 02, 2021
Gestational Diabetes Confers Cardiovascular Risk in Young Women
September 16, 2020
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