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Why You Should Pay Attention to Your Symptoms

Prof. Claire Mounier-Vehier Invited onto France 3’s JT News Show

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Why You Should Listen to Your Symptoms
Women shouldn’t wait to get their cardiovascular disease symptoms checked out! The current COVID-19 health crisis will likely trigger an increase in the number of cardiovascular events women experience. Thanks to France 3 Hauts de France for helping us spread the word.

 
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10 Questions Women Ask: Know Your Green and Red Lights for Effective Prevention

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Together, let's feminize cardiovascular prevention

In France, a woman dies of cardiovascular disease every 7 minutes. And yet, in 8 out of 10 cases, a healthier lifestyle, the identification of risk factors and regular medical check-ups can prevent the onset of the disease. It is unacceptable that a woman should still die of a preventable [...]

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