RALEIGH, N.C. (February 3, 2012) – When most people think about someone having a heart attack, they envision a “pudgy, overweight, middle-aged man clutching his chest,” Dr. Eric M. Janis of WHV-Wake Heart & Vascular told NBC-17 viewers this morning. In fact, more women in the United States than men suffer sudden cardiac deaths.
Dr. Janis, a WHV-Wake Heart & Vascular cardiologist who practices in Smithfield and Clayton, appeared on the station’s morning news show to highlight National Go Red For Women Day, a campaign of the American Heart Association to help women and their physicians address this serious issue.
Dr. Janis explained why women are affected more and offered tips for prevention during his appearance. You can see the entire segment here.
About WHV – Wake Heart & Vascular
An experienced group of cardiologists and trained staff, WHV provides comprehensive heart services to prevent, diagnose and treat a full range of cardiovascular-related conditions. As heart specialists, the group is committed to providing access to quality health care in the Raleigh area, Wake County, and surrounding counties in Eastern North Carolina. Through their affiliation with UNC Health Care, WHV specialists can tap into the most up-to-date research and expertise, providing their patients with access to clinical trials and new therapies, resulting in the best cardiovascular care in the area. When it comes to patients’ cardiovascular care – We know it by heart.
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