While almost half of all women develop high blood pressure before the age of 60, symptoms including hot flushes and palpitations are often attributed to menopause.
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Mental Health Disorders in Women Associated with Increased Risk for Broken Heart Syndrome New Data Finds
More than 90% of cases of broken heart syndrome, clinically referred to as Takotsubo syndrome (TS), affect postmenopausal women. Some…
Potassium-rich Foods Counteract High Salt Intake in Women: Study
Women who eat bananas, avocados, salmon, and other potassium-rich foods can reduce the negative effects of salt in the diet…
Women Have Lower ‘Normal Blood Pressure’ Than Men, Study Finds
Should women be treated for hypertension when their systolic BP is higher than 110, below the current 120 standard used for both sexes?
Women’s Healthcare welcomes NYU Meyers PNP Program Director, Dr. Donna Hallas
Connectedness: Women and their Daughters Heart Health Since 1963, February has been celebrated as American Heart Month. In 2004, the…
Younger Women With Chest Pain Get Less Attention in ER, Study Finds
When younger adults show up in the emergency room with chest pain, women wait longer to be seen and get less attention than men, according to a study.
