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Myths about Women and Cardiovascular Disease and Tampa CPR Classe

Due to mixed messages from the media and also a tendency among public and medical professionals to underestimate the problem, there is enormous misinformation when it comes to heart health in women. It is important to break down the barriers created by mixed messages and myths in order for women to not underestimate the extent of the problem that is cardiovascular disease.

Cardiovascular disease, if not managed well can lead to cardiac emergencies like a cardiac arrest or heart attack. A victim would require immediate treatment for survival. The best form of treatment in this regard is proper application of the life-saving CPR techniques. The procedures comprise chest compressions and rescue breaths. Correct application of the procedures can restore the life of a victim involved in a cardiac emergency. For a CPR class Tampa, sign up in an accredited training center such as the AHA certified CPR Tampa. There are courses for both healthcare and non-healthcare providers.        Go through the course curriculum prior to enrolling for a program.

Myths about women and cardiovascular disease:
Myth 1: Cardiovascular disease isn’t prevalent in women.

Truth: Every individual is equally prone to cardiovascular disease, regardless of the person’s age or sex. Moreover, heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States.

Myth 2: There is no risk for heart attack in women until after menopause.

Truth: Don’t be surprised to know that cardiovascular disease is the third most common cause of death among women ages 25 to 44 years old.

Myth 3: Estrogen protects women from heart attacks.

Truth: As per the American Heart Association, estrogen does not protect women although the loss of natural estrogen may contribute to the risk of myocardial infarction (heart attack).

Myth 4: Breast, uterine and ovarian cancer is more common in women compared to heart and vascular disease.

Truth: Statistically speaking, twice as many women in the United States die of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases as from all forms of cancer combined, including breast cancer with heart disease being the single most common cause of death among women.

Myth 5: Cardiovascular disease is common among both men and women.

Truth: According to the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI), women only account for 20 to 25 percent of most heart disease clinical trials.

Myth 6: The same treatment for heart disease is meted out to both men and women.

Truth: Women are less likely to have an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) done within 10 minutes of presenting with symptoms of myocardial infarction. The sad part is women are less likely to be cared for by a cardiologist during their inpatient admission.

Ways to diagnose heart-related chest pain:
Chest pain is not always caused by the heart or lungs, but medical professionals tend to check these organs first during chest pain cases. This can be attributed to the fact that conditions affecting the heart and lungs can be life-threatening that must be treated with immediate effect. A doctor prior to conducting tests evaluates a patient thoroughly and also questions about the symptoms and medical history.

Some of the tests performed by doctors to find out whether the chest pain involves the heart or lungs:

Invasive Tests:
Cardiac catheterization and coronary angiography- This test assesses the arteries for blockages which is done by injecting dye into the arteries of the heart.

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)- This test is performed in combination with cardiac catheterization which assesses the artery lining for blockages at very high resolution.

Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)- This test is performed to assess the lining of an artery for blockages. The test can be performed alongside cardiac catheterization.

Noninvasive Tests- Electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiogram, chest x-ray, computerized tomography (CT scan), Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), blood tests (cardiac enzymes, including troponin, creatine kinase, c-reactive protein, fibrinogen, homocysteine, lipoproteins, triglycerides, brain natriuretic peptide, and prothrombin) and stress testing.

Contribute towards the safety of victims in out-of-hospital cardiac emergencies by signing up for a CPR program today. For more information, call CPR Tampa on 727-240-9404.
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