Cardiovascular risk refers to the factors that influence a woman’s likelihood of developing heart disease, stroke, or other conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. While genetics play a role, most cardiovascular risk is shaped by everyday physiology, blood pressure, cholesterol patterns, inflammation, metabolic health, hormones, stress, sleep, and lifestyle.
Because symptoms in women often look different from those in men, cardiovascular risk can be overlooked or misinterpreted, even though heart disease remains a leading cause of death for women worldwide.
This tag brings together evidence-based insights on what drives cardiovascular risk and how women can understand and modify the factors within their control. Topics include blood pressure and lipid patterns, insulin resistance, inflammation, the impact of stress and cortisol, the role of hormones across the lifespan, and how sleep, nutrition, and movement influence long-term heart health. You’ll also find guidance on early detection, risk assessment tools, and emerging research on personalized prevention.
Whether you’re exploring your baseline risk or taking steps to strengthen your heart health, this section helps women build clarity, confidence, and a proactive approach to protecting their cardiovascular future.
