Heart disease is a leading global cause of death, responsible for 32% of all deaths in 2022, with cardiovascular diseases claiming nearly 19.8 million lives. Contrary to common belief, it significantly affects women, being the leading cause of death for them in the United States, with over 60 million women living with some form of the condition. Symptoms in women can differ from men, including persistent fatigue, and pain radiating to the jaw, neck, or shoulders, which may indicate reduced blood flow to the heart.