On WGNS Action Line, Dr. Nishtha Sareen, medical director at the Ascension Saint Thomas Women’s Heart Program, discusses the importance of heart health in women, focusing on the often-misdiagnosed condition POTS, which primarily affects women aged 15 to 50. She explains its symptoms, impact on daily life, and the need for early diagnosis. The episode also highlights alarming CDC data showing Tennessee ranks sixth in the nation for heart-related deaths, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and preventive measures across the Southeast.
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