Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Many women don't know that, and if they are unaware of the risk, then they can't practice prevention. UC Davis Health cardiologist Amparo Villablanca, M.D. discusses the signs and symptoms of a heart attack in women vs. men.
Video description: Amparo Villablanca, M.D. wears red and stands outside a building, talking directly to the camera. A montage of photos, including Dr. Villablanca in a hospital room setting, administering care to a patient. Other photos include a women’s heart event with exhibits and heart monitoring activities. Text reads: “Heart attack symptoms in women: Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing or pain in the center of your chest. Pain in unexpected places, arms, back, neck, jaw or stomach. Shortness of breath. Cold sweats, nausea or sudden dizziness.”
#heartattack #cardiology #womenshealth #ucdavishealth #heartmonth
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Many women don't know that, and if they are unaware of the risk, then they can't practice prevention. UC Davis Health cardiologist Amparo Villablanca, M.D. discusses the signs and symptoms of a heart attack in women vs. men.
Video description: Amparo Villablanca, M.D. wears red and stands outside a building, talking directly to the camera. A montage of photos, including Dr. Villablanca in a hospital room setting, administering care to a patient. Other photos include a women’s heart event with exhibits and heart monitoring activities. Text reads: “Heart attack symptoms in women: Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing or pain in the center of your chest. Pain in unexpected places, arms, back, neck, jaw or stomach. Shortness of breath. Cold sweats, nausea or sudden dizziness.”
#heartattack #cardiology #womenshealth #ucdavishealth #heartmonth
