India, Oct. 23 -- The severity of heart attacks differs based on sex. The World Heart Foundation states that a woman is more likely to die after a heart attack than a man. The disparity is quite grave, as up to 30% deaths in women are caused by cardiovascular diseases. While conventionally cancer is perceived as the leading life-threatening illness, according World Heart Foundation, nearly twice as many die from heart disease as from all forms of cancer combined. European Society of Cardiology also reported that younger women, specifically those who may be at risk, don't always fit the 'typical' image of a heart attack patient, as they often 'appear' to be healthy.

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