Evidence-based guidelines for cardiovascular disease prevention in women 1

Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Volume 43, Issue 5, Pages 900-921
L. Mosca, L. Appel, E. Benjamin, K. Berra, N. Chandra-Strobos, R. Fabunmi, D. Grady, C.
Haan, S. Hayes, D. Judelson

Despite an overall reduction in the death rate due to cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the United
States over the last several decades, the rate of decline is less for women than men and less for
African-American women than white women.1 Due to an aging population, the absolute number
of deaths due to CVD in women is actually increasing .2 In 2000, nearly 50 million American
women will be older than 50 years. Because the risk of CVD increases with age, there is a need
for an increased awareness of the importance of CVD as a major public health issue for older
women. (Circulation. 1997;96:2468-2482.)
Cardiovascular Disease in Women A Statement for Healthcare Professionals From the American
Heart Association