cardiovascular disease

Women who have a high genetic risk of depression are more likely to develop heart disease, even in the absence of a depression diagnosis.

The need for improved diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease in women due to the differences in how it presents and is detected compared to men.

Cardiovascular diseases can look very different in women than they do in men. Recognising these differences is essential.

New research highlights a significant disparity in cardiovascular disease care for women in the Asia-Pacific region. 

Over 1 million females in Australia are living with cardiovascular disease (CVD), yet it remains underdiagnosed, under-treated, and under-researched in women. 

Study finds women who follow a Mediterranean diet have up to 24 per cent lower risk of heart disease and 23 per cent lower risk of death.

Research has found small bursts of activity throughout the day can reduce deaths and illness caused by cardiovascular disease.

Women who experience “unconscious wakefulness” during sleep are increasing their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease.

A new report has revealed that couples may share very similar health behaviour and heart disease risk factors.

New research shows Australian women are 50 percent less likely than men to receive best practice treatment following a heart attack.