Heartbreak hurts but it won't kill you. But a heart attack might. With heart disease being the leading cause of death in women and often diagnosed later than in men, it's crucial to protect your heart health.

In this episode, hosts Meredith Cunningham and Brooklyn Elbert welcome Dr. Haley Hughston, cardiologist at Covenant Health, to discuss the often-overlooked topic of heart health in women and why it matters at every age. From warning signs and risk factors to the impact of pregnancy, diabetes, and even stress, Dr. Hughston breaks down what women need to know to protect their hearts.

Dr. Haley Hughston Bio:

Dr. Haley Hughston is a board-certified cardiologist with certifications in Cardiovascular Disease, Adult Echocardiography, Cardiovascular CT, and Nuclear Cardiology. She earned her medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and completed her internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center in San Antonio, where she also served as chief cardiology fellow. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, cooking, playing tennis and mahjong, and volunteering with local charities.

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Want to learn more from Dr. Haley Hughston about protecting your heart?

Join us on Saturday, May 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the Covenant Health Women’s Heart Seminar at the Knipling Education Conference Center (KECC), located at Covenant Medical Center, 3621 21st St, Lubbock, TX 79410.

It’s a great opportunity to hear directly from Dr. Hughston and other experts about how to take charge of your heart health.

To register visit: https://www.providence.org/lp/web-seminar