Heart and Vascular Health

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Receiving Telemedicine Care for Heart Failure: Steve’s Story

September 12, 2023

Stephen Silveria of Williamsport was one of the first patients to use UPMC's Advanced Heart Failure Telemedicine Clinic. Read More

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Understanding Your Circulatory Health with Dr. Go

September 7, 2023

Your circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout your body. Poor circulation can cause many health problems, including blockages that could lead to a stroke. Catherine Go, MD, a vascular surgeon at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, shares the importance of healthy blood flow and offers solutions for circulation issues.… Read More

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Understanding Supraventricular Tachycardia in Infants

September 5, 2023

Learn more about the causes of supraventricular tachycardia in infants and how to manage your baby's rapid heart rate. Read More

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Missing Sleep Could Affect Your Heart Health

September 4, 2023

Does poor sleep affect high blood pressure; how short sleep affects blood pressure, how obstructive sleep apnea affects blood pressure, tips for better sleep Read More

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Should You Take Fish Oil Supplements?

August 22, 2023

Fish oil is one of the most popular supplements, but are they right for everyone? Learn what fish oil supplements do for your health. Read More

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The Connection Between Autoimmune Disease and Heart Disease

August 17, 2023

People with autoimmune or inflammatory diseases can take several steps to try to prevent cardiovascular disease. Read More

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The Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center: Q&A with Dr. Hoskoppal and Dr. Patel

July 11, 2023

Congenital heart disease is a heart defect present at birth. 1 in 100 children born in the U.S. get a diagnosis of a congenital heart defect. Read More

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Lindsey’s Story: How Vascular Surgery for Blood Clots Helped Her Get Back on Her Feet

June 23, 2023

Lindsey, an operating room nurse, needed emergency surgery to remove a deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Read More

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Heart Health for the Whole Family: Q&A with Dr. Megan McGreevy

June 21, 2023

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States but is preventable. Learn more from Dr. Megan McGreevy. Read More

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