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Valentine's Day is only 13 days away, but it is never too early to start thinking about your heart and heart health. There is a misconception that women do not have as many heart attacks as men do in the United States. However for women heart disease is the LEADING cause of death (1). More women die from heart attacks than men. Women don't always recognize the symptoms of a heart attack as they can be more vague than when a man experiences a heart attack. So what symptoms should you look out for? According to the American Heart Association you may feel (2):
If you are experiencing these symptoms seek medical attention immediately. Call 911. Women may not experience the crushing chest pressure that most men experience so oftentimes they confuse a heart attack with some other diagnosis. It is important to screen the health of your heart and vascular system. Go to the physician regularly for check-ups. Ensure that your blood pressure is within a healthy range as well as your cholesterol. You can add heart healthy foods into your diet and stop smoking. Additionally it is so important to get cardiovascular exercise into your week. Based on your heart rate you should be getting 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity every week to keep your heart healthy. References:
1. Leading Causes of Death in Females, 2014 (current listing). Health Equity. https://www.cdc.gov/women/lcod/2014/race-ethnicity/index.htm. Published January 11, 2017. 2. Heart Attack Symptoms in Women. http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/HeartAttack/WarningSignsofaHeartAttack/Heart-Attack-Symptoms-in-Women_UCM_436448_Article.jsp#.WnO0tWinHrd. Published December 5, 2017. |
AuthorHello! I am Caitlyn, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board Certified Women's Health Physical Therapist working in St Louis, Missouri. Faculty in developing residency program. Endowarrior Categories
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