New research has found that Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is causing premature deaths among Australian women because of age and a lack of accessible healthcare.
According to the Royal Australasian College of Physicians’ Internal Medicine Journal, CVD is most prominent in older women as well as those living in rural areas who lack access to healthcare specialists. The research also shows that women in rural areas have a higher incidence and lower survival rate of CVD compared to those in metro areas.
Women are urged to see a doctor as soon as possible if they think they may have symptoms of heart disease.
Dr Paul Bridgman, Internal Medicine Journal Cardiology editor and practicing cardiologist says:
“Better management of CVD risks will not only impact the life expectancy of thousands of Australian women, it will have a beneficial impact on the healthcare system, including lowering the existing burden on hospitals and on the healthcare system.”
For more information from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians visit www.racp.edu.au
