Women's Health

Dapagliflozin Effective for Heart Failure, Irrespective of Patient Sex

March 31, 2021

An analysis of DAPA-HF indicates the efficacy and safety profile of dapagliflozin was consistent regardless of patient sex, highlighting the potential of the SGLT2 inhibitor for heart failure patients.

Gender Disparities in Acute Myocardial Infarction

March 30, 2021

Dr. Gregory Weiss, a critical care cardiologist, offers perspective on a study examining disparities in the diagnosis and treatment of women who experience acute myocardial infarction.

Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes and Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Women with Nisha Parikh, MD

March 29, 2021

The American Heart Association is highlighting the effect of adverse pregnancy outcomes on risk of cardiovascular disease later in life among women. Check out this interview with the chair of the writing committee for more perspective on the statement.

Black Women with PCOS at Heightened Risk of Cardiometabolic Conditions

March 24, 2021

An analysis of women with polycystic ovary syndrome indicates Black women with the disorder were at a greater risk for heart disease, diabetes, and stroke than their White counterparts.

Hypertension in Pregnancy Predicts Cardiovascular Disease Risk A Decade After Birth

February 25, 2021

An analysis of data from 130 women suggests those with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy were at an increased risk of cardiovascular disease later in life, even if they had no baseline history of cardiovascular disease.

Plant Protein Intake Linked to Lower Risk of All-Cause, Cardiovascular Death Among Aging Women

February 24, 2021

Using data from the Women's Health Initiative, a new analysis found increased intake of plant protein was linked to lower risk of all-cause mortality, as well as deaths related to cardiovascular disease and dementia, in postmenopausal women.

Mother's Heart Health Sheds Light on Offspring Health in Adolescence

February 20, 2021

An analysis of more than 2k mother-child dyads suggests assessments of cardiovascular health could provide insight into the health of offspring during adolescence.

Celebrating National Wear Red Day with Jennifer Majersik, MD

February 05, 2021

In recognition of National Wear Red Day, we invited Jennifer Majersik, MD, to a special edition episode of the Practical Cardiology podcast focused on sex-based disparities in stroke care.

Gestational Diabetes Raises Long-Term Heart Attack Risk, Regardless of Post-Birth Glycemic Control

February 03, 2021

An analysis of data obtained from the CARDIA study offers insight into the subsequent cardiovascular risks associated with gestational diabetes and how glucose control after pregnancy impacts this apparent increase risk.

Women Less Likely to Undergo CABG Than Men, Despite Inclusion in Guidelines

February 02, 2021

An analysis of more than 1.2 million patients from an STS database suggests women were 14-22% less likely to undergo guideline-recommended revascularization procedures than their male counterparts.