Coronary Artery Disease in Women The Myth Still Exists, Unfortunately

There is a large media effort available in an effort to increase awareness of coronary artery disease in women. Despite this, there is still a misconception among some people and, unfortunately, some health care providers that heart disease is a man's disease. This article reviews some of the information about women as related to coronary artery disease; a short review of the literature, symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatment pertinent to women; and action nurses can take to help educate the public, and other health care providers, about this deadly threat.