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February is heart health month, a time when national efforts are devoted to reinforcing a single message: the importance of making heart-healthy choices. The fact is that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. While both sexes can experience the same classic symptoms, there are times when symptoms in women may be subtler, requiring increased vigilance.