What You Need to Know - Women's Heart Health - For Adults

what you need to know

the facts

risk factors

signs and symptoms

know your numbers

questions for your doctor

what you can do

additional resources


	Maybe the most important thing to know is that you have the power to reduce your risk of heart disease. That’s so important because heart disease poses a serious threat to your health and happiness. In fact, one in three American women dies of heart disease. But knowledge is your best defense. So spend a few minutes today to learn about heart disease. The people who depend on you will be glad you did.
	The Facts Understanding the disease is the first step toward staying heart healthy. The Risk Factors for Heart Disease We’ll help you understand your risk of heart disease, so you can work to prevent it. The Signs and Symptoms of Heart Disease The symptoms of heart disease many women experience may not be what you’d expect. Know Your Numbers You know your medical test scores are important. We’ll help you understand them. Questions For Your Doctor Help your doctor care for your health. Take part in your health care and ask questions.


	Every time you enter the promotion code from any participating box of Cheerios cereal, we'll donate $1* to WomenHeart, supporting women living with heart disease.
	* for every code entered by January 31, 2009, to a maximum of $500,000; guaranteed minimum donation of $200,000. Your Dollars Made a Difference Your dedication helped us to raise over $162,000.00 for WomenHeart, the only nationwide organization giving a voice and support to women living with heart disease.

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Robin,
San Antonio, TX

"Although I’m pretty young and don’t appear to be at high risk for heart disease, I’ve decided to make changes to my lifestyle now."

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