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The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women

ABOUT THIS NEW EDITION

THE HEART TRUTH^®

GETTING THE WORD OUT

WHAT IS HEART DISEASE?

WOMEN AT RISK
Every Risk Factor Counts
The Multiplier Effect
Did You Know?

FINDING OUT YOUR RISK
You and Your Doctor: A Heart Healthy Partnership
Check it Out

MAJOR RISK FACTORS FOR HEART DISEASE
Smoking
High Blood Pressure
High Blood Cholesterol
Overweight and Obesity
Physical Inactivity
Diabetes

OTHER FACTORS THAT AFFECT HEART DISEASE
Menopausal Hormone Therapy: What Every Woman Needs To Know
Can Younger Women Safely Take Estrogen Therapy?
Stress and Depression
Alcohol
Birth Control Pills
Sleep Apnea
New Risk Factors?

TAKING CONTROL

A FAMILY PLAN FOR HEART HEALTH

AN ACTION PLAN FOR HEART HEALTH
Eat for Health
Aim for a Healthy Weight
Learn New Moves
You Can Stop Smoking

FOR WOMEN WHO HAVE HEART DISEASE
Screening Tests
Medications
Special Procedures

GETTING HELP FOR A HEART ATTACK
Know the Warning Signs
Get Help Quickly
Plan Ahead

THE HEART OF THE MATTER

HOW TO ESTIMATE YOUR RISK

TO LEARN MORE

Last Updated: February 29, 2012