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Four Screenings Every Woman Over 40 Needs | Leeds News
Heart disease kills more women than breast cancer in the UK — yet many don’t realize it. Dr. Francesco Lo Monaco, a heart specialist, reveals four essential screenings every woman over 40 should get: blood pressure, lipid profile, fasting glucose and HbA1c, plus BMI and waist circumference. These tests catch silent risks before symptoms strike — especially since women often downplay heart attack signs. High BP stiffens arteries, cholesterol fuels heart attacks, blood sugar reveals diabetes risk, and a waist over 35 inches signals danger. Unique female risks like pregnancy complications, early…
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