Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States.
44% of women in the U.S. are living with some form of heart disease, and 1 in 5 women died of heart disease in 2023.
There are many common risk factors you can avoid to keep your heart healthy!
- High blood pressure or cholesterol
- Smoking/Vaping
- Diabetes
- Overweight and obesity
- Unhealthy diet
- Physical inactivity
- Excessive alcohol use
- Family history of early heart disease
Last modified: February 12, 2026
