Coronary artery disease in women: the myth still exists.

There is a large media effort currently available to increase awareness of coronary artery disease in women. Despite this, there is still a misconception among some people, and unfortunately, some healthcare providers, that heart disease is a man's disease. This article will review some of the information about women and coronary artery disease; a short review of the literature, symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatment pertinent to women; and the action nurses can take to help educate the public, and other healthcare providers, about this deadly threat.