Women's HeartAdvantage

• Signs and Symptoms
• You and Your Heart
• Are You at Risk?
• Nine Critical Questions
• You Can Help Yourself
• Diagnosis and Treatment
• Find a Doctor
• Request an Information Kit
• Get More Information

 

Women’s HeartAdvantage

Start by asking your doctor these nine critical questions:

1. What are my risk factors for heart disease, and what can I do to lower my risk?
   
   
2. What are the warning signs and symptoms of heart disease or a heart attack?
   
   
3. What should I know about the effects of menopause on my health?
   
   
4. What's my blood pressure, cholesterol and body mass index (BMI) — and are those numbers considered healthy?
   
   
5. If I smoke, what's the best way to quit?
   
   
6. Are my risk factors for heart disease the same or different for stroke, and what are the symptoms of stroke?
   
   
7. What is the latest on low-dose aspirin for heart attack prevention and treatment?
   
   
8. If I experience chest pain, what is your overall plan for evaluation?
   
   
9. If I experience symptoms of a heart attack, which health care system is the best to go to?