Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. Heart disease can develop and present differently in women compared to men, and studies show that women may downplay their symptoms or delay seeking treatment. In women, the risk of heart attack and stroke increases with age, especially after menopause.

Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death for women in the United States. It is responsible for about one in every four female deaths, and nearly two-thirds of women who die suddenly of heart disease never had any symptoms. Still, it’s possible to evaluate your individual risk for heart disease and stroke. Risk […]