{"id":176,"date":"2025-03-17T21:58:37","date_gmt":"2025-03-17T17:58:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthfinder.ae\/blog\/?p=176"},"modified":"2025-03-20T13:37:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T09:37:48","slug":"early-cardiovascular-disease-tests-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthfinder.ae\/blog\/early-cardiovascular-disease-tests-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Early Cardiovascular Disease Detection in Women: Top Tests"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Did you know that women are twice as likely to die from coronary heart disease than breast cancer? Despite being the leading cause of death in women worldwide, many heart conditions go undetected until a serious event like a heart attack or stroke occurs. The challenge? Heart disease symptoms in women often differ from men\u2019s, making early diagnosis more difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Early detection is key to preventing severe complications. Traditional tests like blood pressure monitoring and cholesterol screenings provide a baseline for heart health. Advanced screenings like Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scoring, hs-CRP tests, and Lipoprotein(a) testing help uncover hidden risks before symptoms appear. New AI-powered ECG analysis tools, such as AIRE, are being developed to predict gender-specific heart risks earlier than ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">By knowing which tests to take and when to take them, women can reduce their risk of heart disease and improve long-term heart health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">In the UAE, where cardiovascular disease is on the rise among women, hospitals like the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and the Dubai Heart Centre emphasise the importance of early screenings and regular check-ups. Genetic testing for lipoprotein(a) is also gaining popularity to identify hereditary risks for heart attacks and strokes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">According to the <strong>World Health Organization (WHO)<\/strong>, nearly <strong>50% of adults<\/strong> have <strong>at least one major risk factor<\/strong> for heart disease, including <strong>high cholesterol, hypertension, or diabetes<\/strong>. Early testing combined with lifestyle changes can <strong>dramatically improve survival rates<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">This blog explores the best tests for detecting early-stage cardiovascular disease in women, helping with timely diagnosis, risk assessment, and proactive heart health management.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Importance of Early Detection for Cardiovascular Disease in Women<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Heart disease claims the lives of thousands each year. In the U.S., it causes 695,000 deaths annually\u2014about one in every five people. Women often face delays in diagnosis as symptoms may differ from men.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Early testing can reduce these risks and improve survival rates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Many women underestimate their cardiovascular risk factors. Nearly half of American adults have at least one major factor like high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Experts emphasise that early detection saves lives by preventing severe complications such as heart failure or a heart attack.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Women are twice as likely to die from coronary heart disease than breast cancer in the UK.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Overlooking warning signs leads to dangerous outcomes later on. Taking early steps allows healthcare professionals to create more effective plans for managing blood sugar, LDL cholesterol, and cardiovascular health successfully.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Women\u2019s Heart Health: Understanding Your Risk\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/R8sGyk22eTY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Recognising Early Warning Signs of Heart Disease in Women<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Chest pain, especially during physical activity, can signal a problem with coronary arteries. Women may also experience shortness of breath, fatigue, or dizziness. These signs are sometimes mistaken for less severe conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Irregular heartbeats might feel like skipped beats or rapid pounding in the chest. High blood pressure is another warning sign that must not be ignored. Other symptoms include swelling in the legs (linked to poor blood flow) and discomfort in the neck, jaw, or back\u2014common before a heart attack.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Warning Signs of Cardiovascular Disease in Women - Yale Medicine Explains\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pc2MyGjXCQY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Advanced Diagnostic Tests<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Modern tests help detect heart problems early, improving health and saving lives\u2014find out how these tools work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Diagnostic Testing for Heart Disease (Q&amp;A)\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NC9Lqs1tPpc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Score<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">A Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Score helps identify calcium build-up in your coronary arteries. It uses a non-invasive CT scan to measure calcified plaque. This plaque can obstruct blood flow, increasing the risk of coronary artery disease or even a heart attack.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The test provides a score indicating the level of risk for heart problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Early detection from this screening can support lifestyle changes and treatments like cholesterol-lowering medicines. Women with high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol levels may find this test particularly beneficial.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Early action enhances cardiovascular health and minimises future risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #008000;\">A CAC score highlights hidden risks before symptoms appear.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) Test<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The\u00a0<a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/c-reactive-protein-test\/about\/pac-20385228\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">hs-CRP test measures inflammation<\/a>\u00a0in the body. It helps identify women at risk for cardiovascular diseases, including coronary artery disease and heart attack. High levels of C-reactive protein in the blood can signal ongoing inflammation, a key risk factor for heart issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Regular screening with this test supports early detection. Combined with other checks like cholesterol monitoring and blood pressure assessment, it provides critical insights into a woman\u2019s heart health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Early intervention through tests like hs-CRP improves treatment outcomes and promotes better cardiovascular care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Lipoprotein(a) Testing<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Lipoprotein(a) testing checks levels of a specific type of low-density lipoprotein (LDL). High levels increase the risk for cardiovascular disease, especially in women. Family history and age can affect Lipoprotein(a) levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">This makes it important to track them early.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Elevated Lipoprotein(a) can lead to clogged arteries, heart attacks, or strokes. Early detection allows better prevention and treatment plans. Including this test in routine blood tests helps reduce the chance of severe heart issues quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Carotid Intima-Media Thickness (CIMT) Test<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">This test provides a precise method to detect early heart disease. It measures the thickness of the carotid artery\u2019s walls using ultrasound. Thicker walls can indicate build-up in blood vessels and increased risks for coronary artery disease or stroke.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">CIMT is highly effective at identifying cardiovascular risk well before symptoms such as high blood pressure or chest pain arise. Healthcare professionals frequently suggest it for women with insulin resistance, high cholesterol, or other risk factors for heart disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Early action based on CIMT results can help prevent heart attacks and promote better cardiovascular health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Emerging Technologies in Cardiovascular Screening<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">New technologies help doctors find heart problems early. These tools can predict risks and improve treatment plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>AI-Powered ECG Analysis<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.powerfulmedical.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">AI-powered ECG analysis<\/a>\u00a0can find hidden heart risks early. A model by Imperial College London, funded by the British Heart Foundation, studied over one million ECGs from 180,000 people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">This includes 98,000 women. It compares ECG patterns for men and women to spot high cardiovascular disease risk in females.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The model, called AIRE, helps detect conditions like coronary artery disease or ischemic heart disease before symptoms appear. Its advanced screening offers hope for prevention of cardiovascular disease in women with high blood pressure or bad cholesterol levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">NHS trials are set for late 2025 to bring this technology into routine care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Genetic Testing for Cardiovascular Risk<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Genetic testing helps identify risks for cardiovascular disease. It analyses your DNA to find inherited traits linked to heart issues. A strong family history of coronary artery disease or early heart attacks raises concern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">This test is useful if your parent had heart disease before age 55 (father) or 65 (mother).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">It detects genetic variants like Lipoprotein(a), known as Lp(a). High levels increase chances of stroke, high blood pressure, or coronary heart disease. The American Heart Association highlights this as a key factor in unexplained cases of early-onset heart attack.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Testing offers better insight into managing cholesterol levels and adopting lifestyle changes, such as smoking cessation or increased physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Early tests can save lives. Tools like CAC scoring, hs-CRP testing, and ECG screenings are vital for women\u2019s heart health. These tests are easy to access and offer clear results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">AI-powered technologies make screening faster and more accurate today. Regular check-ups with healthcare professionals improve detection chances even further. Take steps now to protect your heart\u2014it\u2019s worth it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">For more detailed information on recognising the symptoms early, visit our page on\u00a0<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" title=\"early warning signs of heart disease in women\" href=\"https:\/\/healthfinder.ae\/blog\/early-warning-signs-heart-disease-women\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">early warning signs of heart disease in women<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Also, Read:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" title=\"Understanding the differences in heart disease symptoms between women and men can help in early diagnosis and prevention.\" href=\"https:\/\/healthfinder.ae\/blog\/heart-disease-symptoms-women-vs-men\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Understanding the differences in heart disease symptoms between women and men can help in early diagnosis and prevention.<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" title=\"Routine cardiovascular tests are essential for detecting high blood pressure in women over 50, a major risk factor for heart disease.\" href=\"https:\/\/healthfinder.ae\/blog\/high-blood-pressure-women-over-50\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Routine cardiovascular tests are essential for detecting high blood pressure in women over 50, a major risk factor for heart disease.<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>FAQs for Early Detection of Cardiovascular Disease in Women<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"margin-bottom:20px;display:block;width:100%;margin-top:10px\"> <\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-heading{\r\n\tpadding:0px !important;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-title {\r\n\tmargin:0px !important; \r\n\ttext-transform:none !important;\r\n\tline-height: 1 !important;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-title a{\r\n\ttext-decoration:none;\r\n\toverflow:hidden;\r\n\tdisplay:block;\r\n\tpadding:0px;\r\n\tfont-size: 18px !important;\r\n\tfont-family: Open Sans !important;\r\n\tcolor:#000000 !important;\r\n\tborder-bottom:0px !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-title a:focus {\r\noutline: 0px !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-title a:hover, #wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-title a:focus {\r\n\tcolor:#000000 !important;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .acc-a{\r\n\tcolor: #000000 !important;\r\n\tbackground-color:#e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tborder-color: #ddd;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-default > .wpsm_panel-heading{\r\n\tcolor: #000000 !important;\r\n\tbackground-color: #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tborder-color: #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tborder-top-left-radius: 0px;\r\n\tborder-top-right-radius: 0px;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .wpsm_panel-default {\r\n\t\tborder:1px solid transparent !important;\r\n\t}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 {\r\n\tmargin-bottom: 20px;\r\n\toverflow: hidden;\r\n\tfloat: none;\r\n\twidth: 100%;\r\n\tdisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .ac_title_class{\r\n\tdisplay: block;\r\n\tpadding-top: 12px;\r\n\tpadding-bottom: 12px;\r\n\tpadding-left: 15px;\r\n\tpadding-right: 15px;\r\n}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177  .wpsm_panel {\r\n\toverflow:hidden;\r\n\t-webkit-box-shadow: 0 0px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, .05);\r\n\tbox-shadow: 0 0px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, .05);\r\n\t\tborder-radius: 4px;\r\n\t}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177  .wpsm_panel + .wpsm_panel {\r\n\t\tmargin-top: 5px;\r\n\t}\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177  .wpsm_panel-body{\r\n\tbackground-color:#ffffff !important;\r\n\tcolor:#000000 !important;\r\n\tborder-top-color: #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tfont-size:16px !important;\r\n\tfont-family: Open Sans !important;\r\n\toverflow: hidden;\r\n\t\tborder: 2px solid #e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n#wpsm_accordion_177 .ac_open_cl_icon{\r\n\tbackground-color:#e8e8e8 !important;\r\n\tcolor: #000000 !important;\r\n\tfloat:right !important;\r\n\tpadding-top: 12px !important;\r\n\tpadding-bottom: 12px !important;\r\n\tline-height: 1.0 !important;\r\n\tpadding-left: 15px !important;\r\n\tpadding-right: 15px !important;\r\n\tdisplay: inline-block !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<\/style>\t\r\n\t\t\t<\/style>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-group\" id=\"wpsm_accordion_177\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel Start -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel wpsm_panel-default\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <h4 class=\"wpsm_panel-title\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a  class=\"\"  data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#wpsm_accordion_177 \" href=\"javascript:void(0)\" data-target=\"#ac_177_collapse1\" onclick=\"do_resize()\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_open_cl_icon fa fa-minus\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_title_class\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"margin-right:6px;\" class=\"fa fa-laptop\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat are the best tests to detect early-stage cardiovascular disease in women?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_177_collapse1\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse in\"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDoctors use blood tests, stress tests, and imaging like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or cardiac catheterisation to check for heart health issues.\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel End -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel Start -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel wpsm_panel-default\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <h4 class=\"wpsm_panel-title\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a  class=\"collapsed\"  data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#wpsm_accordion_177 \" href=\"javascript:void(0)\" data-target=\"#ac_177_collapse2\" onclick=\"do_resize()\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_open_cl_icon fa fa-plus\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_title_class\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"margin-right:6px;\" class=\"fa fa-laptop\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow do blood tests help in detecting cardiovascular disease?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_177_collapse2\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse \"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBlood tests measure cholesterol levels, including LDL (\"bad\") cholesterol, HDL (\"good\") cholesterol, total cholesterol, and lipoprotein (a), which reveal risk factors for heart disease.\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel End -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel Start -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel wpsm_panel-default\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <h4 class=\"wpsm_panel-title\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a  class=\"collapsed\"  data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#wpsm_accordion_177 \" href=\"javascript:void(0)\" data-target=\"#ac_177_collapse3\" onclick=\"do_resize()\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_open_cl_icon fa fa-plus\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_title_class\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"margin-right:6px;\" class=\"fa fa-laptop\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCan exercise or stress tests identify early signs of heart problems?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_177_collapse3\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse \"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, exercise and stress tests monitor your heart muscle\u2019s response during physical activity to detect coronary artery disease or other issues with your cardiovascular health.\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel End -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel Start -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel wpsm_panel-default\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <h4 class=\"wpsm_panel-title\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a  class=\"collapsed\"  data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#wpsm_accordion_177 \" href=\"javascript:void(0)\" data-target=\"#ac_177_collapse4\" onclick=\"do_resize()\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_open_cl_icon fa fa-plus\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_title_class\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"margin-right:6px;\" class=\"fa fa-laptop\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhy is monitoring high blood pressure important for women\u2019s heart health?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_177_collapse4\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse \"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHigh blood pressure increases the chances of coronary artery disease (CAD), heart failure, and other conditions that affect the veins and arteries.\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel End -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel Start -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel wpsm_panel-default\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm_panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <h4 class=\"wpsm_panel-title\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a  class=\"collapsed\"  data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#wpsm_accordion_177 \" href=\"javascript:void(0)\" data-target=\"#ac_177_collapse5\" onclick=\"do_resize()\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_open_cl_icon fa fa-plus\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ac_title_class\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span style=\"margin-right:6px;\" class=\"fa fa-laptop\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAre lifestyle changes recommended alongside these diagnostic tests?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_177_collapse5\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse \"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, 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fa-laptop\"><\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhen should a woman consult a healthcare professional about her risk factors?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/h4>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ac_177_collapse6\" class=\"wpsm_panel-collapse collapse \"  >\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t  <div class=\"wpsm_panel-body\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWomen should seek advice if they have concerns such as high LDL cholesterol levels, family history of coronary heart disease or symptoms like shortness of breath or chest pain.\t\t\t\t\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Inner panel End -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n\t\r\n\t\tfunction do_resize(){\r\n\r\n\t\t\tvar width=jQuery( '.wpsm_panel .wpsm_panel-body iframe' ).width();\r\n\t\t\tvar height=jQuery( '.wpsm_panel .wpsm_panel-body iframe' ).height();\r\n\r\n\t\t\tvar toggleSize = 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