Breast cancer is a difficult and often frightening journey for many women. As you focus on your treatment and recovery, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the physical and emotional toll it takes. While treatments like chemotherapy and radiation are vital to...
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How Hormonal Changes Affect Heart Health: From Menopause to Beyond
Hormonal changes, particularly during menopause, play a significant role in women’s cardiovascular health. As estrogen levels drop, the risk of heart disease rises, making it critical to understand how these fluctuations impact your heart and what you can do to manage...
The Importance of Nutrient-Dense Foods for Heart Health
Choosing nutrient-dense foods is essential for maintaining heart health and overall well-being. These foods provide essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients without adding excessive calories, making them perfect for a heart-healthy diet. Why Nutrient-Dense...
Emphasizing the Role of Yoga in Promoting Heart Health
September is not only a time to welcome cooler weather and the changing of leaves, but the upcoming season is also a great time to kickstart your fitness journey. In fact, September is Yoga Awareness Month, and National Women's Health & Fitness Day falls on the...
Embracing Body Image in the Summer: A Heart-Healthy Perspective
Blog, Healthy Living, What's New
Summer can be a challenging time for body image, especially with societal pressures and the desire to fit into certain aesthetic standards. However, focusing on heart health and well-being rather than appearance can lead to a more positive and fulfilling summer...
Breastfeeding, Nutrition, and Heart Health: A Holistic Approach
It's National Breastfeeding Month! Breastfeeding is not only a critical period for a newborn’s development but also a unique opportunity for mothers to prioritize their health. Nutrition plays a pivotal role in this process, impacting both the quality of breast milk...
The Power of Sisterhood: How Women Supporting Women Can Improve Heart Health
While heart disease remains the leading cause of death among women, the power of sisterhood—women supporting women—can make a transformative difference. WomenHeart, the National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease, embodies this spirit through its diverse programs...
The Power of Community: Celebrating 25 Years of WomenHeart
For 25 years, WomenHeart has been leading the way in advocating for women's heart health. At the heart of our work are WomenHeart Champions. These extraordinary individuals have not only survived heart disease but have become beacons of hope, support, and inspiration...
Future of Women’s Heart Health: Vision for a Brighter Tomorrow
A Heartbeat for Change: WomenHeart’s Vision We’re driven by a passionate vision: a future where every woman thrives with a healthy heart. This isn’t just a dream; it’s a roadmap we’re actively paving through impactful education, advocacy, and unwavering community...
Celebrating 25 Years of Unwavering Commitment to Heart Health
For 25 years, WomenHeart has been a beacon of hope and empowerment for women facing heart disease. As a national non-profit organization dedicated to women’s heart health, we’ve advocated for awareness, education, and support, making a profound impact on the lives of...
Celebrating WomenHeart Champion Jaime Wolfley
Advocacy in Action, Heart Stories, What's New
Introduction: In the heart of everyday life, WomenHeart Champion Jaime Wolfley experienced a sudden and life-altering event that would reshape her entire perspective. Jaime’s story is one of courage, resilience, and the remarkable strength that embodies the spirit of...
Heart-Healthy Birth Control: Exploring Options for Women with Heart Disease
For women living with heart disease, being of reproductive age comes with its own set of challenges. Whether you are choosing to delay pregnancy, are done having children, or have been advised against pregnancy due to your heart health, choosing a method of birth...