
Cardiologists are highlighting that women often experience subtle, atypical heart attack symptoms that are frequently missed and mistaken for stress, flu, or exhaustion. These signs can include discomfort in the jaw, neck, shoulders, or upper back, sudden overwhelming fatigue, breathlessness during simple activities, and nausea or upper abdominal discomfort. Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death globally, and low awareness of these distinct symptoms in women can lead to delayed medical attention.
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