{"id":57832,"date":"2026-03-03T15:19:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T20:19:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/?p=57832"},"modified":"2026-03-03T16:00:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T21:00:45","slug":"the-heart-and-stroke-foundation-breaks-down-the-unique-heart-and-brain-risks-women-have-across-their-lifespan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/en\/giving-life\/connecting-with-charities\/the-heart-and-stroke-foundation-breaks-down-the-unique-heart-and-brain-risks-women-have-across-their-lifespan\/","title":{"rendered":"Know Your Risk: Women\u2019s Unique Health Risks with Heart &#038; Stroke"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/CFaubert_Headshot_pp_reduced-size.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-57846\" \/><\/h4>\n<p><strong>This blog article is written by Christine Faubert, Vice President, Health Equity and Mission Impact<\/strong> <strong>at Heart &#038; Stroke.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\nAdria Scarano speaks of her mother, Vivian, with deep admiration. \u201cShe was the mom that showed up all the time, everywhere,\u201d Adria says \u2014 chaperoning field trips, volunteering in classrooms, cheering at every game. Later, Vivian poured that same love into her first granddaughter. \u201cMom became the devoted grandma,\u201d says Adria. <\/p>\n<p>The family was devastated when Vivian died suddenly at 65. The loss was especially hard because she had rebounded so well from an earlier heart attack, by quitting a 40-year smoking habit, going to fitness classes and staying on top of cardiology appointments. But her lifelong tendency to put others first slowly edged out her own needs. She was awaiting triple bypass surgery when she died in 2016, just weeks after meeting her second granddaughter.<\/p>\n<p>Vivian\u2019s death sparked a shift in Adria. \u201cWhat do I have to do to avoid repeating this?\u201d she asked herself. A rugby player and figure skater growing up, she continued to prioritize movement \u2014 skating still and taking up running, as well as listening closely to her body, as she entered perimenopause. \u201cA 5-km walk at a brisk pace can be as beneficial as a 5-km run.\u201d<br \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57848\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 600px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/Adria-1-600x400-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/Adria-1-600x400-1.png 600w, https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/Adria-1-600x400-1-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">\u00a9 Adria Scarano &#8211; Image courtesy of Heart &#038; Stroke<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/p>\n<p>This life stage brought new challenges: sleep issues, hot flashes, brain fog. After doing her research and talking with peers, Adria came to learn about the increased risk for heart disease and stroke around menopause. She wishes her mother had known about it, too. <\/p>\n<p>Now, Adria shares this knowledge with the women around her, hoping they\u2019ll give themselves the same love and attention they so often give to others \u2014 and protect their hearts in the process. <\/p>\n<p>The reality is that <strong>90% of women don\u2019t know their unique risk factors for heart disease and stroke<\/strong>, even though they are the leading causes of premature death for women in Canada. As International Women\u2019s Day approaches, we\u2019re shining a light on how a woman\u2019s risk changes across life stages. Understanding your risks is the best way to empower yourself to take preventative action, so you can keep living the life you love.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>What is a heart disease or stroke \u201crisk factor\u201d?<\/h2>\n<p>A risk factor is anything that increases the likelihood of developing a condition or disease. For heart disease and stroke, some risks \u2014 such as age or genetics \u2014 are beyond our control. But many others can be managed with lifestyle changes and proactive care, including monitoring and taking medication for conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. <\/p>\n<p>For women, risk isn\u2019t static. It\u2019s influenced by hormonal changes, during life stages including pregnancy, perimenopause and postmenopause. These transitions can increase your vulnerability to heart disease and stroke, so it\u2019s important to get regular check-ups and monitor for changes. Life can be busy, but your heart and brain health matter. Knowing your personal risk factors is self-care.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>How a woman\u2019s risk for heart disease and stroke changes over her life <\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57854\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 600px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/Life-Stages-600x400-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/Life-Stages-600x400-1.png 600w, https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/Life-Stages-600x400-1-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">\u00a9 Sujatha (Suji) Krishnan with her daughter, Rukmini Halliwell &#8211; Image courtesy of Heart &#038; Stroke<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>1. Pregnancy<\/h3>\n<p>Pregnancy is a time of joy \u2014 but it can also introduce hidden risks. Conditions such as gestational diabetes and high blood pressure during pregnancy can both affect the baby and raise the mother\u2019s long-term risk for heart disease and stroke. Complications such as preeclampsia can also leave lasting impacts on a woman\u2019s heart and brain health. These risks often go unrecognized, making it critical to share your pregnancy history with healthcare providers throughout your life. <\/p>\n<h3>2. Perimenopause<\/h3>\n<p>Perimenopause happens in the years leading up to menopause, when symptoms such as hot flashes, brain fog and weight gain can occur. Menopause marks the end of a woman\u2019s reproductive years and a turning point for heart and brain health. During menopause, estrogen levels decline, removing a natural protective factor against heart disease and stroke. This hormonal shift can lead to increased blood pressure and changes in cholesterol. Research shows that cardiac changes can start before symptoms appear, underscoring the importance of early awareness and proactive care. <\/p>\n<h3>3. Postmenopause<\/h3>\n<p>Postmenopause comes next, and it\u2019s a time when the risks compound. Aging and hormonal changes both have a role to play, as women become more vulnerable to conditions such as atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure and depression, which can amplify the risk of heart disease and stroke. Traditional risk factors, such as smoking, diabetes and obesity, hit women harder at this stage. Combined with earlier life exposures (including pregnancy complications or early menopause), these factors can significantly impact heart and brain health later in life.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding the evolving risks of these life stages allows you to act early on that knowledge. That can make a profound difference to your health and quality of life for decades to come.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Know your (and your loved ones) risk &#8211; the NEW Heart &#038; Stroke Risk Screen tool<\/h2>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_57856\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 600px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/RST-600x400-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57856\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/RST-600x400-1.png 600w, https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/media\/RST-600x400-1-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">\u00a9 A sneak peek at the Risk Screen Tool &#8211; Image courtesy of and owned by Heart &#038; Stroke<\/figcaption><\/figure><br \/>\nKnowledge is power, and the Heart &#038; Stroke Risk Screen tool puts that power in your hands. In just minutes, the tool provides:<br \/>\n\u2022 A customized risk profile highlighting what you can change, what you can\u2019t and what you\u2019re already managing well.<br \/>\n\u2022 A detailed report with actionable steps customized to your personal risk factors.<br \/>\n\u2022 Ongoing support through resources and tips to help you stay on track. <\/p>\n<p>When you know your risks, you can make informed choices that protect your future and keep you active and present for the moments \u2014 and people \u2014 that matter most to you.<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Why knowing your risk matters <\/h2>\n<p>Heart disease and stroke are among the leading causes of premature death for women in Canada. Yet 90% of women don\u2019t know their unique risk factors. By understanding risks and  taking proactive steps, we can change the narrative \u2014 and live longer, healthier and happier lives. <\/p>\n<p>Heart and brain health isn\u2019t just a women\u2019s issue \u2014 it\u2019s an issue for loved ones too. Encourage the people you care about to take the Risk Screen tool. Awareness saves lives, and your support can make all the difference. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"well blue\">\n<h2>Take Action!<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadahelps.org\/en\/charities\/heart-and-stroke-foundation-of-canada\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Learn more about Heart &#038; Stroke<\/span><\/a> and how you can support women&#8217;s heart health<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/riskscreen.heartandstroke.ca\/en-CA?utm_campaign=F26_CH_RST&#038;utm_medium=third_party_site&#038;utm_source=canadahelps\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. 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