Download or read book Awareness and education about heart disease among women written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Awareness and Education about Heart Disease Among Women written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 3 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Women And Cardiovascular Disease Addressing Disparities In Care written by Kevin R Campbell and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2014-09-26 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the US and Europe today. Over the last 20 years, many innovations in technology have allowed for improved therapies for heart attack and stroke and overall outcomes have significantly improved. Death rates from cardiovascular disease in men are declining.However, even with these improvements in care, death rates for women remain unchanged. This book will explore these gender disparities in care in depth — specific sections will be devoted to answering the questions of why they are occurring and what healthcare providers and women can do to effect change and narrow the gender gap in cardiovascular care.Ultimately, this book is designed to open the eyes of healthcare providers, medical professionals and policy makers — as well as potential female patients — and should serve as a “call to action” to promote better cardiovascular care for women. Through education, awareness and advocacy women worldwide will benefit, the gap will begin to close and better cardiovascular care can be provided for all.

Download or read book Cardiovascular Disease in Women written by Tiffany Castagno and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Measurement of Knowledge Attitudes and Beliefs of Risk Factors for Heart Disease in College Women written by Michelle Dupuis and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book American Heart Association Complete Guide to Women s Heart Health written by American Heart Association and published by Harmony. This book was released on 2011-12-27 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heart disease poses the greatest health threat that women in the United States face: One in every three women will die from it each year. But that doesn't have to be the case. Heart disease is not an inevitable part of growing older. In fact, if you reach the age of 50 without developing the major risk factors for heart disease, you can live your entire life without it, and your chances of dying from it decrease from 50 percent to a strikingly low 8 percent. The key to preventing heart disease is embracing a heart-healthy lifestyle—and the sooner, the better. In this groundbreaking book, the American Heart Association shows you how even the smallest changes can make a big difference over time to protect the health of your heart. The Complete Guide to Women's Heart Health explains how gradual and sustainable shifts in your routine, such as using just a little more than one percent of your time each week to exercise or losing just 10 percent of your body weight, can have a far-reaching impact on your health. With specific pointers on diet, exercise, and health care, this book shows you how to get past the common obstacles as well as how to make taking care of your heart easy and attainable for the busy life you lead, at every age. In chapters targeted for every decade of a woman's life from her 20s to her 70s and beyond, the American Heart Association gives women age-appropriate advice on healthy lifestyle choices and heart-health care. Additional information addressing issues of special interest to women and how those issues affect the heart include: · Smoking· Pregnancy· Menopause and hormone therapy· Aging· Diabetes and other health conditions With the latest guidelines on prevention, suggestions on how to work with your healthcare providers to maintain and improve your vitality, details on screening technologies, and facts about common diagnoses and treatment options, this book is the ultimate resource to help you—and all the women in your life—fight heart disease. From the Hardcover edition.

Download or read book Biology of Women s Heart Health written by Lorrie Kirshenbaum and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-12-20 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in women and men worldwide and represents a major financial burden to world health care systems. Importantly, CVD has eclipsed cancer as the leading cause of death for women globally. Through advancements in research and clinical testing, the symptoms and risk factors for CVD have been well established for men, but not for women. Consequently, there is an immediate need for new innovative research that will bridge this gap and allow for improved early diagnosis and treatment of CVD in women. This book will serve as a guide for health care providers to better understand the physiological, biochemical, and genetic differences in heart disease in women with the goal of providing improved education, awareness and treatment of cardiovascular disease in women. The book will cover topics such as: sex dependent clinical outcomes of cardiovascular disease, cardiac protection by estrogen, cardiac health during menopause, cardiac rehabilitation programs, fitness and exercise, cardio-oncology, shift work and the CVD risk, and pregnancy related CVD.

Download or read book A Nationwide Framework for Surveillance of Cardiovascular and Chronic Lung Diseases written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2011-08-26 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chronic diseases are common and costly, yet they are also among the most preventable health problems. Comprehensive and accurate disease surveillance systems are needed to implement successful efforts which will reduce the burden of chronic diseases on the U.S. population. A number of sources of surveillance data-including population surveys, cohort studies, disease registries, administrative health data, and vital statistics-contribute critical information about chronic disease. But no central surveillance system provides the information needed to analyze how chronic disease impacts the U.S. population, to identify public health priorities, or to track the progress of preventive efforts. A Nationwide Framework for Surveillance of Cardiovascular and Chronic Lung Diseases outlines a conceptual framework for building a national chronic disease surveillance system focused primarily on cardiovascular and chronic lung diseases. This system should be capable of providing data on disparities in incidence and prevalence of the diseases by race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geographic region, along with data on disease risk factors, clinical care delivery, and functional health outcomes. This coordinated surveillance system is needed to integrate and expand existing information across the multiple levels of decision making in order to generate actionable, timely knowledge for a range of stakeholders at the local, state or regional, and national levels. The recommendations presented in A Nationwide Framework for Surveillance of Cardiovascular and Chronic Lung Diseases focus on data collection, resource allocation, monitoring activities, and implementation. The report also recommends that systems evolve along with new knowledge about emerging risk factors, advancing technologies, and new understanding of the basis for disease. This report will inform decision-making among federal health agencies, especially the Department of Health and Human Services; public health and clinical practitioners; non-governmental organizations; and policy makers, among others.

Download or read book Women Heart Solution written by Olivia Jones and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Women Heart Solution: A Tried-and-True Programmed To Prevent and Treat Heart Disease In Women " is a groundbreaking exploration of the unique challenges, triumphs, and opportunities in the realm of women's heart health. From the corridors of cutting-edge research labs to the frontlines of clinical care, this book delves deep into the heart of the matter, uncovering the latest advancements in understanding, treating, and preventing heart disease in women. Through a tapestry of compelling narratives, expert insights, and practical guidance, Women Heart Solution " invites readers on a transformative journey toward optimal cardiovascular well-being. With each turn of the page, readers will discover the power of knowledge, the resilience of the human spirit, and the boundless potential for positive change. From advocating for oneself in healthcare settings to spreading awareness and education in the community, " Women Heart Solution " offers a roadmap for action, empowerment, and advocacy. It empowers women to take charge of their heart health, equips healthcare providers with the tools and knowledge to deliver gender-sensitive care, and inspires communities to unite in the fight against heart disease. At its core, " Women Heart Solution " is a beacon of hope, illuminating the path toward a future where every woman has the opportunity to thrive and live a heart-healthy life. It is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and compassion in transforming lives, one heartbeat at a time. Embark on a journey of inspiration, empowerment, and healing. Join us as we embark on a mission to empower hearts and change lives. Together, we can create a world where women's heart health is a priority, and every heartbeat counts.

Download or read book Heart Disease in Women written by Navin C Nanda and published by Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited. This book was released on 2015-01-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by internationally renowned physicians, scientists and cardiologists, Heart Disease in Women addresses the myths and facts about cardiovascular disease in women, one of the most common causes of death in women globally. The book is organised into eight detailed sections, beginning with prevention and risk factors, followed by investigation, diagnosis and management of coronary heart disease. The following sections cover other conditions, including heart failure, arrhythmias, rheumatic heart disease, and congenital cardiac lesions in pregnancy. A complete chapter is dedicated to non-invasive testing, including echocardiography and stress myocardial perfusion imaging. The final part deals with miscellaneous topics such as the “unmet challenge” of Peripheral Arterial Disease, the use of ankle-brachial index, cardiovascular implications of cancer in women and, significantly, an update on recent literature concerning heart disease in women. The book provides a thorough analysis of every aspect of heart disease in women, making it an essential reference for all cardiologists and physicians. Key Points Edited by recognised cardiology expert Navin C Nanda from the University of Alabama, USA Highly illustrated with more than 500 colour images Updates cardiologists on the most recent advances in the field Comprehensive coverage of an extensive range of heart conditions

Download or read book A Woman s Guide to Living with Heart Disease written by Carolyn Thomas and published by Johns Hopkins University Press. This book was released on 2017-11-28 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're a freshly diagnosed patient, a woman who's been living with heart disease for years, or a practitioner who cares about women's health, A Woman's Guide to Living with Heart Disease will help you feel less alone and advocate for better health care.

Download or read book Evaluating Women s Knowledge of Coronary Heart Disease written by Kimberly M. Childers and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is the number one killer of men and women in the United States. Although CHD has been thought of as a man's disease for many years, women make up 51% of deaths related to heart disease (CDC, 2007 ; Long, Waldrep, Hernandez, & Strickland 2005). In the history of women's health, more emphasis has been placed upon breast cancer awareness. However, deaths due to CHD are more prevalent than breast cancer deaths. Oliver-McNeil and Artinian (2002) reported that for women, 1in 28 deaths are attributed to breast cancer, whereas 1in 2 deaths are due to CHD. Due to a lack of women's awareness, there is a need for further research to be focused on women's knowledge related to prevalence and risk factors of heart disease. This correlational quantitative study of 118 women was designed to determine women's knowledge level of CHD prevalence and risk factors. The participants completed the Check Your Healthy Heart I.Q. survey. Data collected from the survey were analyzed by age and education demographics. However, neither age nor education significantly impacted the test results of this study. In this study, most women scored satisfactory, as the mean score overall was ten out of 14 statements answered correctly. The data collected will assist practitioners to develop local health promotion programs tailored to women's heart health education needs. Currently, Healthy People 2010 and the Go Red for Women campaign are two examples of national women's heart health promotion programs.

Download or read book Why Most Women Die How Women Can Fight Their 1 Killer written by Shyla T. High and published by Jackpot Press, a Wyatt-MacKenzie Imprint. This book was released on 2013-02 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More women are now dying of cardiovascular disease than men. And with the baby boomer generation getting older, we're at the forefront of a real crisis in women's health. More women are now dying of cardiovascular disease than are dying of all forms of cancer combined. Written with the depth of a seasoned expert in her field, WHY MOST WOMEN DIE has the layman in mind. A person with zero knowledge of the cardiovascular system could read and quickly obtain practical, preventive health information-life saving information. WHY MOST WOMEN DIE is full of preventive advice for women who have heart disease, (maybe even recovering from a heart attack), women who are at risk of heart disease, or for women who are healthy and just want to stay that way. The book addresses questions about diet, exercise, medications, risk factors, symptoms, other heart problems besides heart disease, even questions about sex and alcohol as they relate to heart health. Awareness first-only 13% of women recognize heart disease as their most serious threat. The second aim of the book is prevention. Heart disease is a danger, but it's a danger that can be overcome.

Download or read book Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2001-07-02 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's obvious why only men develop prostate cancer and why only women get ovarian cancer. But it is not obvious why women are more likely to recover language ability after a stroke than men or why women are more apt to develop autoimmune diseases such as lupus. Sex differences in health throughout the lifespan have been documented. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health begins to snap the pieces of the puzzle into place so that this knowledge can be used to improve health for both sexes. From behavior and cognition to metabolism and response to chemicals and infectious organisms, this book explores the health impact of sex (being male or female, according to reproductive organs and chromosomes) and gender (one's sense of self as male or female in society). Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health discusses basic biochemical differences in the cells of males and females and health variability between the sexes from conception throughout life. The book identifies key research needs and opportunities and addresses barriers to research. Exploring the Biological Contributions to Human Health will be important to health policy makers, basic, applied, and clinical researchers, educators, providers, and journalists-while being very accessible to interested lay readers.

Download or read book Women Heart Disease Second Edition written by Nanette Wenger and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2005-11-10 with total page 861 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite media attention and public awareness, recent advances in pharmaceutical and medical developments, heart disease in women is under-diagnosed, under-treated, and under-managed. Many women fail to present in the clinic when symptomatic, because of responsibilities at home or at work. Often the first presentation follows a cardiac event. Women are excluded from many clinical trials regardless of age or cardiac history, simply because most trials are aimed at male patients. This best-selling, updated title, aimed at changing this treatment of women's cardiac issues, covers all aspects of female cardiovascular disease. It is required reading for all practitioners who assess female patients.

Download or read book Advanced Practice Nurse s Knowledge Regarding Heart Disease and Women written by Kimberley S. Willis and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to examine advanced practice nurses' knowledge related to women, cardiovascular disease, and heart disease. It was hypothesized that a lack of knowledge in advance practice nurses may be related to the continued decreased awareness of heart disease in women. A 25 question survey which assessed APN knowledge of heart disease in women was e-mailed to 35 participants. Results revealed that over half of the participants did not feel adequately prepared to treat women with heart disease and many did not remember being taught about women and heart disease in school. Participants who received additional education and those who spent more time treating women received higher scores on the survey. Results of this study suggest the need for increasing curriculum content and continued education regarding heart disease and women.

Download or read book The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women written by Marian Sandmaier and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2012-07-20 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research on women's heart health is exploding. Nearly every week, it seems, the media report on new ways to prevent and treat heart disease in women—and it can be hard to keep track of it all. In this updated edition of “The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women,” we have put together all of this new knowledge in one easy-to-use handbook. This guide is part of The Heart Truth, a national public awareness campaign for women about heart disease sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and many other groups. (See “Getting the Word Out” on page 10.)“The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women” will give you new information on women's heart disease and practical suggestions for reducing your own personal risk of heart-related problems. You'll find out about a little-known form of heart disease in women and how to get it diagnosed properly. The handbook will also help you make sense of widely publicized research on the impact of a lower fat diet on women's heart disease risk. There is much good news in these pages, including new findings that people who avoid heart disease risk factors tend to live healthier and longer lives. The handbook will give you the latest information on preventing and controlling those risks. You'll also find new tips on following a nutritious eating plan, tailoring your physical activity program to your particular goals, and getting your whole family involved in heart healthy living. The handbook will also advise you on the warning signs of heart attack, as well as how to act quickly to get help.