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Technology-enabled home-based cardiac rehabilitation (HBCR) is an emerging alternative to traditional center-based cardiac rehabilitation (CBCR), but little is known about outcomes in women. We analyzed 753 diverse and medically complex women who participated in HBCR and CBCR within an integrated health system and found both groups had similar clinical outcomes. Results suggest HBCR is a viable alternative to CBCR among women, including women with multiple comorbidities.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in postmenopausal US women. The contribution of postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy to cardiovascular risk is one of the most controversial women's health topics. Strikingly discordant results, between observational and randomized clinical trials, have been reported. Remaining questions regarding time of hormone therapy initiation are discussed, as are ongoing trials focused on these questions. Cardiovascular concerns, cautions, and current recommendations for use are delineated.

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Background:Chest pain in the presence of non-obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD) is a common clinical scenario. Prior non-VA studies have shown that symptomatic women with non-obstructive coronary disease have a high rate of re-hospitalization for chest pain, and are at increased risk for cardiovascular events. To date, the presentation and outcomes of women veterans with non-obstructive CAD is unknown.