The Life-Threatening Link Between Menopause And Heart Health

February 7, 2026

Menopause is a time of major change in every woman’s life, but while many focus on common symptoms like hot flashes, there’s a lesser-known threat to long-term heart health. Our expert reveals the critical importance of recognizing these risks and taking action to reduce the threat of heart disease and heart failure after menopause.

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Dr. Priya Freaney, cardiologist, assistant professor of medicine, Northwestern University

Dr. Freaney says today patients have a lot of options to pick and choose which treatment will work best for their individual issues. But while medicine has come a long way, she pushes for people to focus on prevention when it comes to their health – especially their heart health.