When Women Are Misdiagnosed: Heart Attack Symptoms

Episode Summary In this episode, Arnita explores how heart attack symptoms in women can differ from the “classic” presentation, why these differences can lead to misdiagnosis, and how awareness can improve outcomes. In This Episode How heart attack symptoms in women can differ from those in men Why are women more likely to be misdiagnosed or delayed in care Common “atypical” heart attack symptoms in women The role of awareness in improving outcomes Why is time critical in cardiac events How to advocate for your symptoms in medical settings The importance of listening to your body’s signals Supporting early detection and prevention