US EditionWomen and the Intersection of Heart, Kidney and Metabolic Health
- Cardiovascular disease, which encompasses conditions such as heart disease and stroke, impacts almost half of women aged 20 and above and is responsible for one in every three deaths among females.
- Women with conditions such as adult-onset diabetes or kidney disorders, along with those who have experienced pregnancy complications or early menopause, face an increased risk of cardiovascular disease that can manifest nearly a decade earlier than in women without these factors.
- Women often experience unique heart attack symptoms such as pain in the arms, jaw, or neck and may be unaware of their risks across heart, kidney, and metabolic health domains.
- Pregnancy complications—including preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and hypertension—and early menopause before age 45 increase future risk for chronic kidney disease, Type 2 diabetes, and CVD.
- Women should know their risks and request comprehensive screenings for heart, kidney, and metabolic health during regular check-ups to address economic and psychosocial factors influencing their health.
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