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Article: Sobering facts about women and heart disease
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- The Sun - Naperville (IL)
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- February 3, 2004
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Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States. It claims the lives of more females than males. In fact, more women die from heart disease than any other disease, including breast cancer.
Even more staggering is the fact that many women are not aware of their risks for developing heart disease. In a survey conducted by the American Heart Association, less than 10 percent of women were aware of their chances for experiencing a heart attack or stroke.
The American Heart Association and other national health care organizations hope to change some of these misconceptions. Dr. Vincent Bufalino, a leading cardiologist and president of the Greater Midwest Affiliate of the American ...