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Common Women’s Health Issues

Heart Disease

Heart disease or cardiovascular disease is the most common heath risk in women. It is an umbrella term for many different conditions that can affect the heart. These include heart defects, heart rhythm issues, or coronary artery disease. Most of them involve blocked or narrowed blood vessels, which result in a stroke, chest pain, or heart attack. In addition to genetic factors, some lifestyle changes can reduce the risks of developing heart disease, such as adopting a heart-healthy diet, staying physically active, living stress-free, and not smoking. [2]