The FDA provides music, videos and other Web-based tools, which are not only to teach heart disease, but also diseases such as diabetes and...
The FDA provides music, videos and other Web-based tools, which are not only to teach heart disease, but also diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, which can increase the risk of heart disease a woman.
The FDA also has to support the "Heart Health for Women" site Women FDA resources to connect healthy life for the heart. Visit the website at: www.fda.gov/womenshearthealth.
"The risk of heart disease increased for all, as they age," says cardiologist FDA Shari Targum, MD, MPH "For women, the risk increases after menopause, younger women, but also can develop heart disease."
But remember that you can fight. "I encourage women of all ages, the FDA observed for resources to reduce your risk of heart disease and make informed decisions about their health to make," said Marsha Henderson, director of the office of women's health in the FDA.
Tips to reduce your risk
Heart disease can lead to death or serious health problems such as heart attack or stroke. But you can take steps to reduce the chances of a problem. Even small changes help.
Current management health conditions Diabetes., Hypertension and high cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease. Talk to confirm with your doctor the best treatment plan.
Recognizing the symptoms of heart attack in women and call 911 if needed. The symptoms in women may be different from those of men and are shortness of breath, nausea and pain or oppression of the chest, arms, neck, jaw or stomach. "If you have these symptoms and think you have a heart attack, call 9-1-1," the Targum.
To maintain regular physical activity and a healthy weight. It is not necessary to go through all activities in a number of times and nothing to complete, if you are not a fan of gymnastics. "Walking can be an easy way to start," the Targum. "You talk to your doctor about the amount of activity is good for you."
Make the choice heart -. Healthy food "For example, you eat a fruit or vegetable with all saturated fat foods and limit and sugary drinks like soda," the Targum, which also highlights the emphasis on grains integers. And if you choose to eat meat, choose lean available and to prepare healthy. The label of the product may be tagged with the most important information on packaged foods you eat, including details on sizes and nutrients such as fat and sugar to serve. You can with your doctor check to confirm the selection of the best food.
Daily Aspirin knows that he is not suitable for everyone. Talk -in a doctor before aspirin to prevent as a way to heart attack.
If you smoke, try to quit. See the FDA website to learn more about drugs to help quit smoking.
-in Talk to a health professional if you are participating in a clinical trial of a drug or a heart procedure. A clinical trial is a research study in human volunteers. Women can the FDA on the Clinical Trials page visit (online http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ByAudience/ForWomen/ucm118508.htm) for more information.
Menopause and Heart Health
"Menopause cause heart disease," says the Targum. "However, the reduction of estrogen after menopause is can be a factor for an increased risk of heart disease."
Other risks such as weight gain, and the time of menopause may increase.
Hormone therapy can be used to treat some of the problems faced by women during menopause. "The American Heart Association recommends However against using estrogen hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal prevent heart disease," the Targum.
Make to take a plan measures
Working to make with your healthcare team a plan for your heart health. Whatever routine you choose, you should keep a list of your medications and supplements to take with you to your appointments. Also talk to your doctor if you have any questions.
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