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Heart Conditions

Did you know that heart disease is the #1 killer of women in America? In fact, statistics indicate women’s risk of all cancers combined (yes – including breast cancer!) is less than their risk of heart disease. It’s important to know all you can about heart disease and other heart conditions – and we are here to help with our vast array of resources found here.

ASKs: Heart Conditions


	Anyone know of natural treatments for atrial fibrillation?
	Chest Pain when Walking
	I am researching for a dear friend--a top notch cardiologist in the scottsdale area. Does anybody have a recommendation for a go
	Butter Spreads Actively Remove Cholesterol?

Does Green Tea Help the Heart?
Jul 4 2008 - 12:20pm
Working Hard When Tired Raises Blood Pressure -- Finding Suggests Chronic Fatigue May Pose Serious Health Risks
Jul 3 2008 - 3:05pm
New Molecular Trigger Described for Hypertension, Diabetes -- Out-Of-Control Enzymes Do Damage In Both Conditions
Jun 30 2008 - 12:40pm
International Blood Doping Tests May Miss Cheaters
Jun 26 2008 - 9:38am
Education, Income Affect Heart Attack Survival Rates
Jun 25 2008 - 8:38pm

Making Sense of It All – A Scientific Review of HRT Studies
May 7 2008 - 4:42pm
Why are Black Women Twice as Likely to Die from Heart Disease?
May 7 2008 - 4:36pm
Uncovering the Bias in Two Women’s Health Initiative Studies
May 7 2008 - 4:45pm
Follow-Up from the Heart and Estrogen / Progestin Replacement Study (HERS) Almost 7 Years Later
May 7 2008 - 4:32pm
Chest Compressions Alone Can Save Lives in Cardiac Emergencies
May 7 2008 - 5:03pm

Audio: Heart Conditions


	HEAR THIS: Dr. Lishan Aklog Talks About The Function Of The Heart
	Hear Her Story: Former Miss Massachusetts Michaela Gagne Shares Her Heart Disease Story With You
	Her Story: Tracey Conway Shares Her “Drop Dead Gorgeous” Heart Disease Story
	Her Story: Former Miss New Jersey Cynthia Stephans Shares Her Heart Disease
	Former Miss Massachusetts Michaela Gagne Shares How She Lives With The Fear of Her Heart Disease

Additional Resources: Heart Conditions

Cardiovascular Disease Outcomes 6.8 Years of Hormone Therapy, JAMA

Hormone Therapy: The risk-benefit tightrope, Harvard Health Letter

Postmenopausal Hormone Replacement Therapy: Scientific Review, JAMA

Postmenopausal Hormone Therapy and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease by Age and Years Since Menopause, JAMA

SHAREs: Heart Conditions


	Rebuilt Dreams -- Overcoming LongQT Syndrome And Dealing With Disapointment
	Woman's Fight After AFIB Surgery
	The Heart and Thyroid Conditions -- Hypothyroidism
	Strong Core, Strong Heart

Department Visit Rates and Subsequent Hospital Admissions for Atrial Fibrillation from 1993 to 2004
Mar 17 2008 - 10:24am
HEAR THIS: Dr. Lishan Aklog Talks About The Function Of The Heart
Feb 11 2008 - 3:43pm
WATCH THIS: Mellanie True Hills Discusses How Women Can Remember The Symptoms For Heart Disease
Feb 8 2008 - 3:37pm
WATCH THIS: Find Out Where You Can Find More Information on Mellanie True Hills & Afib / Atrial Fibrillation
Feb 7 2008 - 5:02pm
WATCH THIS: Deanna Carlson, RN, Discusses The Price Range For A Heart Screening
Feb 1 2008 - 2:27pm


	Hear Her Story: Former Miss Massachusetts Michaela Gagne Shares Her Heart Disease Story With You	mgagne
	Her Story: Tracey Conway Shares Her “Drop Dead Gorgeous” Heart Disease Story	tconway
	Former Miss Massachusetts Michaela Gagne Shares How She Lives With The Fear of Her Heart Disease	mgagne
	Her Story: Former Miss New Jersey Cynthia Stephans Shares Her Heart Disease	CStephans
	Her Story: Former Miss New Jersey Cynthia Stephans Shares Her Heart Disease	CStephans


	WATCH THIS: Mellanie True Hills Discusses How Women Can Remember The Symptoms For Heart Disease
	WATCH THIS: Find Out Where You Can Find More Information on Mellanie True Hills & Afib / Atrial Fibrillation
	WATCH THIS: Deanna Carlson, RN, Discusses The Price Range For A Heart Screening
	WATCH THIS: Deanna Carlson, R.N., BSN, Discusses What Women Need To Know About Cholesterol In Their Diet
	WATCH THIS: Deanna Carlson, R.N., BSN, Explains the Importance of Omega-3 Fats