Women are more likely than men to die from cardiovascular disease, but the good news is that CVS Health is committed to helping women lower their risk. Here’s what you need to know. Did you know cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States? In fact, one in four… Continue reading CVS Health and Women’s Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women worldwide. Despite this, women have been underrepresented in cardiovascular trials. To close this gap, it is crucial to understand the unique risk factors and manifestations of heart disease in women. Know your cardiovascular disease risk factors. There are many risk factors for heart disease, some… Continue reading Cardiovascular Disease in Women
Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a tool that is commonly used to estimate body fat. It is calculated by dividing a person’s weight in kilograms by their height in meters squared. BMI can be used for both adults and children. However, there are some limitations to this tool that you should be aware of.… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of BMI
A recent study shows the top 10 list for best work-life balance. The study, conducted by Kisi, looked at data from a hundred cities around the world to determine the best and worst places to live based on this balance. So, which city came out on top? And which North American cities made the list?… Continue reading The Top 10 Cities for Work-Life Balance
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. The good news is that cardiovascular disease is preventable. There are behavioral counseling interventions that promote a healthy diet and physical activity for disease prevention. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force… Continue reading Promoting Healthy Diet and Physical Activity for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Women
Aortic aneurysm measurements are traditionally based on measurements derived from men. However, when evaluating based on age, gender, and body surface area, more diagnoses of aortic aneurysms would be made in women. Aortic aneurysms are a serious condition that can lead to death if not treated. They are most often diagnosed through imaging tests, such… Continue reading Aortic Aneurysm Measurements and Gender
Every year, 735,000 Americans have a heart attack. Of those, 625,000 are first-time attacks and 110,000 are recurrent attacks. And while both men and women can suffer from a heart attack, there are some key differences between the two sexes when it comes to symptoms, timing, and seeking help. Heart attack symptoms in men vs.… Continue reading Women and Heart Attacks
It is well established that after infection, there is a general period of physical deconditioning that occurs. This is characterized by a decrease in muscle mass and an increase in body fat. However, recent research has shown that there may be other mechanisms at play when it comes to exercise intolerance after COVID-19. In this… Continue reading Mechanisms of Exercise Intolerance After COVID-19
