Simply Woman & Home

Follow your HEART

Around 100 women a day in the UK are admitted to hospital with a heart attack, according to the British Heart Foundation (BHF). Could you spot the signs you’re at risk? From breathlessness to feeling sick, our experts explain the lesser-known symptoms you should take seriously, and the lifestyle changes you can make to protect your heart.

Chest pain

It’s one of the most common signs of a heart attack, but may be missed in women because heart disease is often seen

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