HEART DISEASE AND WOMEN (and other MedicineNet articles by Dr. Oberg)
Updated: Jul 29, 2019
As more information is learned on the prevention of coronary artery disease, it becomes increasingly clear that women should be considered at similar risk as men, and should undergo equally as aggressive preventative measures. Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in women, accounting for 38% of deaths among women, according to the American Heart Association.