Author Archives: DrDalmacy

Stroke kills about twice as many women as breast cancer each year. In fact, stroke is the third leading cause of death for women. Stroke also kills more women than men each year. A stroke can leave you permanently disabled. But many strokes are preventable and treatable. Every woman can take steps to prevent stroke by knowing herContinue reading “Understanding Stroke in Women”

A stroke can strike suddenly, but the risk often builds quietly over time. While anyone can have a stroke, some women face a higher risk due to a combination of health conditions, lifestyle choices, and inherited traits. Understanding your personal risk factors is one of the most powerful ways to take control of your healthContinue reading “Who is at Risk for Stroke? What Every Woman Needs to Know”

A stroke is sometimes called a “brain attack.” Stroke happens when blood flow to a part of the brain stops or is blocked by a blood clot or plaque, and brain cells begin to die. What are the different types of stroke? There are two types of stroke: Both types of stroke can cause brain cellsContinue reading “Understanding Stroke and Different Types of Strokes”

How Do I Know If I’m Having a Stroke? Recognizing the Signs Could Save a Life Every second counts when it comes to stroke. Strokes can happen suddenly and without warning, but knowing the signs and taking quick action can mean the difference between full recovery and permanent disability—or even death. That’s why every womanContinue reading “How to Recognize You Are Having a Stroke”

Because a stroke is a medical emergency—and every second matters. A stroke, often called a “brain attack,” happens when blood flow to a part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells begin to die quickly. The longer you wait, the more damage occurs—damageContinue reading “Why should you call 911 if you think you’re having a stroke?”

Broken heart syndrome Broken heart syndrome, also called stress-induced cardiomyopathy (or takotsubo cardiomyopathy), can happen even if you’re healthy. Researchers do not know the exact cause of broken heart syndrome. Symptoms are often triggered by extreme stress, such as intense grief, anger, or surprise. Women are more likely than men to experience broken heart syndrome.Continue reading “Are You Feeling Heart Broken?  What Are the Symptoms of a Broken Heart?”

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, yet many women don’t realize they’re at risk. Unlike the dramatic symptoms often portrayed in men—such as crushing chest pain—women’s symptoms can be more subtle, harder to detect, or even silent. That’s why awareness is critical. Knowing what to look for and when to seekContinue reading “How Do I Know If I Have Heart Disease?”

The most common symptom of heart disease is chest pain or discomfort. However, some women who have coronary artery disease (CAD) have no symptoms. This is called silent CAD. Silent CAD may not be diagnosed until a woman has symptoms of a heart attack, heart failure, or an arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Call 911 right away if you have theContinue reading “What Should I do if I Have a Heart Attack?”

In the United States, almost one in four women dies from heart disease. Heart disease is the most common cause of death in American women.1 Some types of heart problems are more common in women. What is heart disease? “Heart disease” refers to several types of problems that affect the heart. The most common type of heartContinue reading “Understanding Heart Disease in Women”

You don’t need to become a super athlete or go on a very strict diet to protect your heart and lower your risk for heart disease. Every woman can take steps every day toward a more heart-healthy lifestyle. And the best part is that being more heart-healthy also lowers your risk for other diseases like cancerContinue reading ” My Advice on Preventing Heart Disease”