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Heart Disease in Women Directory
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in women, but few women understand their risk or what signs to be aware of. Women who are going through menopause or are postmenopausal are at higher risk than most other women. In women, symptoms of a heart attack are different than they are for men. Nausea, sweating, vomiting, chest pain -- these are signs to beware of. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how heart disease affects women, how to protect your heart, signs of heart disease in women, and much more.
Medical Reference
Health Myths: Get the Facts
Get the facts about common health myths.
Menopause and Heart Disease
WebMD explains the connection between menopause and heart disease, and tells you how to protect your heart.
Menopause and Heart Disease Risk Quiz
How much do you know about your risk for heart disease after menopause? Take this WebMD quiz.
Women and Heart Disease
There’s a connection between heart disease and menopause. Find out what you should know about it.
Features
Women's Health: Heart Disease
Heart disease kills half a million American women each year. So why are women more afraid of breast cancer?
Women and Heart Disease
To protect yourself from having a heart attack, you need to reduce your risk factors and know the signs to watch for.
Women's Top 5 Health Concerns
From heart disease to breast cancer to depression, WebMD gives you the inside info on why women are at high risk for these problems but may not know it.
Women's Heart Attacks: How They Differ
Heart attack symptoms in women can be quite different from men's. Learn how to identify them.
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Essential Screening Tests for Women
WebMD guides women through health screenings their doctor may recommend based on their age and risk factors. Screening tests may help find diseases or conditions like cancer or diabetes early, when they are easier to treat.
A Visual Guide to Heart Disease
WebMD provides a visual overview of heart disease, including symptoms to watch for, diagnostic tests, treatments, and prevention strategies.
What Every Woman Should Know About Her Heart
Heart disease is a serious health issue that affects both men and women. But their symptoms -- and the conditions they’re likely to get -- can be very different.