In the last two decades, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease in women have improved. Yet it is still the cause of 1 in 5 female deaths in the U.S.
There's a myth in this country regarding women's health. Too many women believe cancer is their worst enemy. And yes, there certainly are high risks – breast, ovarian, endometrial cancer. However, heart disease is still the Number One cause of death in women. The statistics show it’s true.