Researchers with the American Heart Association said heart condition kills more than 50,000 Black women each year, with stroke being the leading cause of their death. FOX13
"One in every three women will die from cardiovascular disease. And in fact, one in every two Black women will die from cardiovascular disease," said Dr. Michelle Albert, of the American Heart Association.
Researchers with the association said heart condition kills more than 50,000 Black women each year, with stroke being the leading cause of their death. Diabetes and stroke are common triggers to heart failure and heart attacks. The associationAnnually, the American Heart Association dedicates February as its heart health awareness month to connect with people, especially women, who are at risk.
The question raised is why is heart disease targeting this specific population? Doctors said there are risk factors more prevalent in Black people that cause heart failure and attacks. When it comes to treating these health and heart issues among people of color, Tilahun said affordability and access to healthcare is a factor.
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