Which of the following provides the best explanation for the importanc

Which of the following provides the best explanation for the importance of the “Go Red” and “The Heart Truth” campaigns?

a. Because heart disease is so prevalent, we all need to know the usual symptoms so we may seek help quickly.
b. Few people are aware of how to prevent chronic diseases such as cancer.
c. We need to increase awareness of the genetic component in chronic disease.
d. Women have different symptoms and require different treatment than men.

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ANS: D
After the age of 65 years, women are twice as likely to die because of heart disease as men. Women have higher rates of complications after revascularization procedures and higher rates of death after myocardial infarction. This phenomenon exists because women display different symptoms of heart disease and are managed differently than men. In 2002, the American Heart Association launched the “Go Red” campaign for women and “The Heart Truth” program for health care providers. Both programs are designed to educate about the unique features of women and heart disease. These campaigns address heart disease and do not include information about other chronic diseases such as cancer. Heart disease is caused by both lifestyle choices and genetic factors, thus education needs to be provided related to both of these aspects.