Autoimmune disease is 2-10 times more common in women and more than doubles the risk for cardiovascular disease, especially premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. But this is not your typical Cardiovascular and Autoimmune talk - we dive into hormones!  In this episode, Dr. Danby speaks with Dr. Olivia Greenspan, examining the links between autoimmune disease and cardiovascular risk.  After listening to this episode you will have a better understanding of what action you can take to reduce your risk of heart disease, as well as the ability to have meaningful conversations with your health care provider about heart health and autoimmune. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!

Autoimmune disease is 2-10 times more common in women and more than doubles the risk for cardiovascular disease, especially premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Women are dying unnecessarily from heart disease. It is important that women understand their unique risk, are able to have a conversation with their health care provider, and understand what they can do to take EARLY action in reducing the risk of heart disease.

Dr. Olivia Greenspan, ND, RN shares her story and talks about women's unique risk factors beyond the traditional risk factors (hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, etc). We talk hormones! Estrogen and menopause, pregnancy-related conditions, access to care/early diagnosis, menstrual cycle and PCOS, and more.  She addresses the myths and misconceptions about cardiovascular health and leaves you with a few strategies to implement to start on your journey to health.

About Dr. Olivia Greenspan, ND, RN

Olivia is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine as well as a Registered Nurse, with 16 years of experience working in cardiovascular nursing. While working with critically ill patients in the cardiac intensive care unit, she has witnessed the devastation of heart disease on both patients and families. As a result, she is committed to heart disease prevention and heart health optimization so patients do not have to live in fear of this largely preventable disease. Olivia also acknowledges women's unique risk when it comes to heart disease and advocates for and utilizes a woman-specific approach. Olivia is dedicated to advocating for better heart health care for women by educating and empowering women, their community, and other health care providers.

Connect with Dr. Olivia Greenspan, ND, RN 

www.oliviagreenspan.ca