Overview

• Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women globally, yet it is often misperceived as a 'man's disease'.
• A $10 million international fund has been launched to research cardiovascular disease in women, aiming to address this critical health disparity.
• Women are frequently underdiagnosed and undertreated for heart disease, leading to preventable deaths and poorer health outcomes.
• The British Cardiovascular Society has issued a consensus statement calling for increased awareness, better diagnostic practices, and inclusion of women in clinical trials.
• Cultural, societal, and financial issues, along with biological differences, amplify women's risks and complicate their treatment for heart disease.