More than two of every five Americans die from some form of cardiovascular disease. Statistics show coronary artery disease to be the leading cause of death among both men and women in the United States and Europe. However, deaths from heart disease in women and men continue to decline, due to improved treatment options and advances in drug therapies that lower cholesterol, high blood pressure, and so forth.
Staying informed with the right information is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Get the facts about cardiovascular disease in women from our in-depth, physician-edited resources. This section discusses prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for cardiovascular disease in women.
Heart Disease in Women – Resources & Information
- The Threat and Signs of Heart Disease in Women
- U.S. Government Guidelines for Treating High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease Treatment Cost Predicted to Triple in U.S. by 2030
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Attack
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Rhythm Disorders (Arrhythmias)
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Monitoring Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
- Stroke
- Heart Disease News Archive
- Additional Resources and References
