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More than 40% of prescriptions for estrogen-progestin contraceptives are contraindicated

In observance of World Heart Day on September 29, the Agir pour le Coeur des Femmes Foundation reports that more than 40% of prescribed estrogen-progestin contraceptives are inappropriate for women with multiple cardiovascular risk factors. It is unacceptable today to die from a massive pulmonary [...]

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Agir pour le Coeur des Femmes Welcomes Two New Board Members and Resumes Its Screening Tour

As the “Bus du Coeur des Femmes” and the “Journées du Coeur des Femmes” resume in September for the second half of the season, the Agir pour le Coeur des Femmes Foundation announces the addition of two prominent figures from the healthcare and business sectors to its board of directors: Dr. [...]

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50 women share their stories to save lives: an innovative approach to prevention

“We must act now. What if it were you?” To mark the International Day of Action for Women’s Health on May 28, 50 women aged 22 to 84 share the shock of their cardiovascular events in a book published by the Agir pour le Coeur des Femmes Foundation, available for free download on its website. [...]

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The largest cardiovascular prevention campaign ever conducted in France!

In 2026, 5,000 women will receive free screenings for cardiovascular and gynecological diseases through an initiative by the Agir pour le Cœur des Femmes Foundation. The Bus du Cœur des Femmes, a leader in preventive healthcare, is hitting the road again and will stop in 16 cities in 2026 to offer [...]

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The Heart and Sexuality: A Beautiful Connection!

Sex and love are good for our health According to the WHO, sexual intercourse is a moderate-intensity activity, comparable to the energy expended climbing two flights of stairs in 10 seconds without stopping or to a brisk walk, with the added benefit of a significant emotional component. It offers [...]

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Agir pour le Coeur des Femmes will screen nearly 10,000 women in 2026 during 80 local events.

The Women's Heart Bus will visit 16 cities this year. More than 60 Women's Heart Days will also be organized throughout mainland France and its overseas territories. These large-scale initiatives are made possible thanks to the Marc Ladreit de Lacharrière Foundation, a founding partner of [...]

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Better understanding of the close links between mental health and cardiovascular disease can save lives.

The Agir pour le Coeur des Femmes Foundation warns of the urgent need to better address the close links between mental health and cardiovascular disease, as stipulated in the new recommendations from the European Society of Cardiology. Mental health disorders (stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar [...]

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Companies make a commitment to women's hearts

In 2025, two out of three female employees believe that their employer has a role to play in preventing women's health problems.* For companies and institutions, caring for the health of their female employees is not only a major asset in terms of quality of life at work, but also a lever for [...]

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