Allina Health cardiologist highlights the risks of heart disease in women

[Fox 9 News, March 09, 2026] Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, and it has held that distinction since 1918, according to Retu Saxena, MD, a cardiologist with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute. Women are often overlooked in conversations about heart disease, which has contributed to gaps in understanding its prevalence and its impact on women.

In an interview with Fox 9 News, Dr. Saxena shared insights on the many ways heart disease can appear in women and how women can monitor their heart health.

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