Heart disease was responsible for about 1 in every 5 female deaths in 2023. But a Dallas surgeon says more awareness can help protect your health.

Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist and leading expert in the field of women’s heart health, says progress in ...

Learn why heart disease is the leading killer of women, how symptoms differ from men, and the unique risk factors to watch for.

While the base symptoms are the same — warning signs of chest pain, shortness of breath and gradual weakness — cardiologist Dr. Sepideh Darbandi with MercyOne in North Iowa says the symptoms can be ...

As the leading cause of death for women in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ...

Women tend to develop cardiovascular disease during the transition to menopause. Lifestyle habits, age and menopausal hormone ...

Women are more likely to have autoimmune conditions like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, which cause inflammation that can ...

Fatigue causes low motivation, mood swings, and trouble focusing. Hormonal changes, poor sleep, and stress can contribute to fatigue in women. Drinking plenty of water and exercising regularly can ...

Bellestri, 70, suffered a heart attack in July 2025. He was rushed to ProMedica Monroe, which opened a new catheterization/vascular lab in 2024.

A dangerously high blood pressure reading for women is 180/120 mmHg or higher. Learn more about the health risks and when to seek emergency care.