Women who present with chest pain or angina may be at greater risk for heart attack, hospitalization, and death than men with the same plaque burden.

Smaller amounts of plaque buildup can trigger cardiovascular problems for women. Researchers say new guidelines are needed.

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 ...

Less artery-clogging plaque in women's arteries did not appear to protect them from heart disease compared to men, according ...

Less artery-clogging plaque in women’s arteries did not appear to protect them from heart disease compared to men, according to a study published today in Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, ...

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

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common cause of death globally. In CAD, plaques composed of cholesterol, fats, calcium and other compounds accumulate and create obstructions in the coronary ...

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

This article explores the heart attack risks and symptoms specific to women, highlighting the importance of prevention, ...

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