Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death among women in Spain, surpassing even cancer, according to official reports from the Ministry of Health and the National Statistics Institute (INE). Despite this alarming statistic, many experts warn that cardiovascular conditions among women are often underdiagnosed and inadequately studied. This gap in diagnosis is particularly pronounced as it pertains to women, who are frequently underrepresented in clinical trials, leading to a lack of tailored medical insights and treatments for female patients.

Experts, including Carolina Ortiz, coordinator of the Woman and Heart project from the Spanish Society of Cardiology, point out that cardiovascular conditions have been historically associated more with men than with women. This gender bias affects the way cardiovascular diseases are perceived and treated. Young women, in particular, are often overlooked when it comes to cardiovascular health assessments, which could lead to delayed diagnoses and interventions that are crucial for effectively managing heart health.

The disparity in healthcare approaches towards men and women in terms of cardiovascular disease is particularly concerning given the growing evidence of how risk factors manifest differently in female patients. There is a strong call for greater awareness and reformation in the medical community to ensure that women's cardiovascular health receives the attention and research it critically needs, especially considering the rising incidence of these diseases during and post-menopause.