The risk of heart disease for pregnant women and new mothers

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The risk of heart disease for pregnant women and new mothers

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WYTV) - Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., and pregnant women could be at an even greater risk. Deaths from heart disease in women who are pregnant or have delivered a baby within one year have gone up in the past 30 years. What may seem to be normal pregnancy symptoms can overlap with red flags for heart issues, such as swollen legs and shortness of breath. Because of this misconception, d…