Women with cardiovascular disease are treated with cholesterol-lowering therapies less often than men. Climbing stairs is associated with improved heart health and a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Air pollution is linked to stress and depression, and as a result, it puts middle-aged adults at risk of dying from CVD. Good heart health is linked to less cognitive decline among middle-aged Black women. Dr. Townsend details the science behind aldosterone, the hormone that regulates sodium and helps regulate blood pressure. The AHA and NFL are challenging kids to stay physically active in order to support their physical and mental health. According to a study, more patients with AFib are likely to experience heart failure rather than stroke or heart attack. Physical inactivity was significantly correlated with worse cardiometabolic risk in a large ambulatory patient population. People who sleep fewer than 7 hours per night have an increased risk of developing high blood pressure over time. Plant-based diets, when used as an alternative to red meat, may reduce cardiovascular disease risk. People with certain gene traits and those who have anxiety or depression have a significantly higher risk of heart attack. Treating anxiety and depression may reduce emergency room visits and rehospitalizations in people with heart disease. Managing circadian rhythms by using intense light and chronologically timed therapy may prevent heart disease. The FDA approved the Wegovy injection for reducing the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events. Dr. Bob Walker discusses high blood pressure in the context of severe COVID-19 infection. Cynthia Miller, MD, MPH, FACP, discusses why early Lp(a) screening may help prevent cardiovascular disease. Women may garner the health benefits of regular exercise more than men. Semaglutide, used to treat diabetes and obesity, does not increase the risk of suicidal ideation, despite previous reports. Dr. Eugenia Alleva discusses a study that found women with dysmenorrhea have increased cardiovascular risk. Dr. Benjamin Horne discusses a study that showed increases in PM2.5 during the summer and winter impact heart health.