Women's Heart Health: Understanding Cardiovascular Risks Before, During and After Pregnancy

We're proud to bring you Episode 5 of the Red Chair Series, a groundbreaking initiative shining a spotlight on women's heart health under the Go Red for Women initiative.

Sponsored by Main Line Health, this series is designed to educate, inspire, and empower women everywhere to take charge of their heart health. Episode 5 features cardiologist, Dr. Gwyneth McNeill, who addresses the rising rates of cardiovascular disease in women aged 55 and younger, the importance of knowing your health numbers, and the specialized field of cardio-obstetrics.

Join us for an eye-opening discussion on the often-overlooked topic of women's cardiovascular health, especially concerning the younger demographic and expectant mothers. This video delves into the rising rates of cardiovascular disease in women aged 55 and younger, the importance of knowing your health numbers, and the specialized field of cardio-obstetrics.

What you'll learn in this video:
• Uptick in Cardiovascular Disease: Explore the factors contributing to the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular disease among women aged 55 and younger, shedding light on the lack of awareness of warning signs and risk factors.

• Lifestyle Changes for Prevention: Learn about the lifestyle modifications that can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in women, including physical activity, healthy eating habits, weight management, adequate sleep, and smoking cessation.

• Understanding Cardio-Obstetrics: Discover the specialized field of cardio-obstetrics, which focuses on the cardiovascular care of women before, during, and after pregnancy. Hear from experts about the importance of addressing cardiovascular risks in expectant mothers and reducing maternal mortality rates.

• Cardiovascular Complications in Pregnancy: Understand the various cardiovascular conditions that can pose risks during pregnancy, such as high blood pressure, preeclampsia, diabetes, and congenital heart diseases, and learn how a dedicated cardio-obstetrics team can help manage these risks.

• Collaborative Care Approach: Learn how the cardio-obstetrics team consisting of primary care physicians, obstetricians, cardiologists, and other specialists work together to devise personalized treatment plans for pregnant women, emphasizing the importance of trust and communication in the doctor-patient relationship.

Through these videos, we aim to inspire women to become proactive advocates for their health, ensuring the important message of disease management, prevention, and the importance of early heart health discussions with a health care provider reaches women across all ages, races, and backgrounds.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, a patient, caregiver or someone interested in women's health, this video is packed with valuable information to help advocate for better cardiovascular care for women.