Why Are Heart Attacks Becoming More Common in Women Under Age 54?

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Dr. Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM
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Why Are Heart Attacks Becoming More Common in Women Under Age 54? There are a few reasons. Share via Twitter Getty / Amanda Cassingham-Bardwell Heart disease is the most common cause of death in men and women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ). But some people still think of cardiac issues— particularly heart attacks —as a male problem.

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  1. Why Are Heart Attacks Becoming More Common in Women Under Age 54?. Accessed November 30, 2025
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Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM
Dr. Rossello is a medical doctor specializing in Preventive Medicine and Public Health. He founded PreventiveMedicineDaily.com to provide evidence-based health information supported by authoritative medical research.
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