As if middle-aged women didn't have enough to worry about already with their growing kids, aging parents, jobs, husbands, finances and more. Women think that just because they are women they are protected from heart disease which is a huge misunderstanding.
Women are so afraid of breast cancer because of all the media attention and public awareness.
According to Dr. Thompson, the incidence of smoking in men is down, but up among women, which is a huge risk factor. Women are often the ones juggling all the desires of everyone else while their own needs are compromised. It's all about diet and exercise. Beyond committing to a consistent exercise program, women in their 40s, 50s and 60s have other important considerations when it comes to protecting themselves against heart disease. Kara A. Thompson, MD Texas Cardiovascular Consultants Cardiology Dr. Thompson received her medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.