Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, just as it is for men. The symptoms of heart disease can be different in women than in men, and it is important for women to be aware of them. The symptoms and the latest treatments are discussed in this interview, along with a condition known as pulmonary hypertension.
Part One:
Trends in heart disease
Types of heart disease
Classic heart attack symptoms
Women's heart attack symptoms
Coronary artery blockages
Heart disease prevention
Cholesterol and blood pressure
Part Two:
Pulmonary hypertension
Illnesses related to pulmonary hypertension
Symptoms
Treatments
Research
Dr. Myung Park, a cardiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
