Women’s heart attacks: The emotional and psychological impact

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In this episode:

  • Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) and its impact in younger women
  • Psychological and emotional impact of heart attacks in women- Depression, anxiety and PTSD
  • Factors that reduce optimal outcomes for women after a heart attack
  • How best to support women following a heart attack

 

Experts: Prof Robert M Graham, Cardiologist
Dr Barbara Murphy, Associate Director of Australian Centre for Heart Health

Host: Dr Terri Foran, Sexual Health Physician

Total time: 31 mins

 

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Last Updated: 3 Jul, 2025

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