The Single Biggest Health Threat Women Face
Offered By: TED-Ed via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Discover the alarming reality of heart disease in women through this eye-opening TED talk. Explore the surprising fact that cardiovascular disease now claims more female lives than male, despite research historically focusing on men. Join pioneering doctor C. Noel Bairey Merz as she delves into the current knowledge and gaps in women's heart health. Learn about the distinctive symptoms women experience during heart attacks and why they're often overlooked. Gain insights into the Yentl syndrome, fatty plaque formation, and potential stem cell therapies. Uncover crucial information that could save lives and reshape our understanding of cardiovascular health in women.
Syllabus
Intro
Heart disease
Yentl syndrome
Fatty plaque
Stem cell therapy
Taught by
TED-Ed
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