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Why Tobacco is a Young Woman’s No. 1 Nemesis

Tobacco

Tobacco is the most alarming avoidable risk factor because it’s responsible for the earliest cardiovascular events in women. At any age, for the same rate of tobacco use, the risk of heart attacks is 25% higher for women than men. Tobacco is harmful for the heart and arteries, no matter how much is [...]

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What contraceptives are available in France in 2020?

Gynecology

Contraceptives with hormones Most of these contraceptives contain two hormones: estrogen and progestin. These are called estroprogestin contraception or combination birth control pills. Others are progestin-only contraceptives. They’re all very effective contraceptives. Estroprogestin [...]

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How Cardiac Rehab Helps Women Heal Faster

Physical Activity

In this article, Women’s Cardiovascular Healthcare Foundation highlights how important and necessary it is for women to go through cardiac rehabilitation when they’ve had a cardiovascular event or are at high risk of having one. Dr. Natalia Kpogbemabou, cardiologist and rehabilitation physician at [...]

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