Addressing coronary heart disease risk in women

被引:3
作者
Wenger, NK [1 ]
机构
[1] Emory Univ, Sch Med, Emory Heart Ctr, Atlanta, GA 30322 USA
[2] Grady Mem Hosp, Atlanta, GA USA
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10.3949/ccjm.65.9.464
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R5 [内科学];
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1002 ; 100201 ;
摘要
Contrary to popular perceptions, coronary heart disease (CHD) is a serious and widespread problem in US women. Public education, preventive interventions, and better data on CHD risk and prevention in women are needed.
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