Hot flashes may be more than just a woman feeling the heat – they may also be increasing a woman’s risk of heart disease.  Hot flashes, typically associated with menopause is when a woman may have a quick feeling of intense heat along with sometimes a red, flushed face and sweating.  Up to 70% of women experience hot flashes with a third describing them as frequent or severe.  Now a new study has discovered a link between women who get frequent hot flashes during menopause who may be susceptible to vascular dysfunction which can lead to heart disease.