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Dr. Jayne Morgan, a cardiologist, joins Dr. Kelly Casperson to discuss the connection between hormones and heart health in midlife women. They highlight the importance of addressing heart disease, the number one killer of women, and the need to raise awareness about it. Dr. Morgan shares her journey from being a cardiologist to focusing on menopause and women's health during the COVID-19 pandemic. \nThey discuss the symptoms of heart disease in women, the role of cholesterol and statins, and the potential impact of testosterone on heart health. They also touch on the protective effects of hormone therapy for cardiovascular disease and the slow progress in integrating this knowledge into cardiology practice. \nDr. Jayne Morgan and Dr. Kelly Casperson discuss the importance of addressing menopause and its impact on heart health. They highlight the need for more research, clinical trials, and data on menopause and its effects on various aspects of health. \nThey also discuss the lack of representation and diversity in medical research and the importance of including minority populations in clinical trials. The conversation covers topics such as hot flashes, heart palpitations, glucose levels, and the significance of APOB and lipoprotein A in cardiovascular health. Dr. Morgan emphasizes the importance of personalized medicine and encourages women to prioritize their heart health and seek support during midlife.\n\nTakeaways\n\n\nHeart disease is the number one killer of women, and it becomes more prevalent during perimenopause and menopause.\n\nSymptoms of heart disease in women can be different from those in men, and it is important to recognize and normalize these symptoms.\n\nCholesterol and statins are somewhat controversial in relation to heart disease prevention in women, but statins are generally recommended for women at risk.\n\nTestosterone may play a role in heart health for women, and further research is needed to understand its effects.\n\nHormone therapy has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in women, but there is still resistance to integrating this knowledge into cardiology practice. More research, clinical trials, and data are needed on menopause and its effects on various aspects of health.\n\nThere is a lack of representation and diversity in medical research, and it is important to include minority populations in clinical trials.\n\nHot flashes and heart palpitations are common symptoms of menopause and may be indicators of cardiovascular disease.\n\nGlucose levels, including pre-diabetes levels, can be a bellwether for future cardiovascular health.\n\nAPOB and lipoprotein A are important factors to consider in cardiovascular health, and personalized medicine can play a significant role in treatment.\n\nWomen should prioritize their heart health, seek support, and make informed decisions about their health during midlife.\n\n\nSpecial thanks to our sponsors!\n\nSolv Wellness\nTo learn more about Via vaginal moisturizer from Solv Wellness, visit\xa0via4her.com\xa0for 30% off your first purchase of any product, automatically applied at checkout. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5.\n\nADDYI\nThanks to our sponsor Sprout Pharmaceuticals. To find out if Addyi is right for you, go to\xa0addyi.com/notbroken\xa0and use code NOTBROKEN for a $10 telemedicine appointment.\n\n\nPreorder my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life"\nListen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed\nTake my Adult Sex Ed Master Class:\nhttps://www.kellycaspersonmd.com/adult-sex-ed\nJoin my membership to get these episodes ASAP, a private\nfacebook group to discuss and my private accountability group for your health,\nhormones and life support!\nwww.kellycaspersonmd.com/membership\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices