
Heart disease is the number one killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year.
American women are five times more likely to die of heart disease than breast cancer.
Did you know that heart attack symptoms can be different in women? Over the past few decades, heart attack survival rates have improved overall. However, the signs and symptoms of a heart attack in women may be different or less noticeable than men. Women are less likely to experience typical chest pain during a heart attack. They are diagnosed less frequently, are less inclined to seek prompt medical care and are therefore less likely to survive a heart attack.
Women often experience:
If you think you are having a heart attack, call
911! Emergency medical personnel can begin life-saving treatment right away,
even before you get to the hospital.
Survive. Don’t Drive!
Make these lifestyle changes:
Since heart symptoms in women are often vague, cardiac imaging is even more important to help assess risk and guide therapy. Based on your history and risk factors, your doctor will decide if you are a candidate for the following heart tests:
Many heart diseases require a combination of diet, exercise, medication and surgery. Valley Health cardiovascular physicians perform many procedures using minimally invasive techniques. Minimally invasive procedures mean less pain, minimal scarring, shorter hospital stays and a quicker return to an active lifestyle. Older women in particular tend to be better candidates for minimally invasive procedures.
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