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Article - 3 Minute Read
A Patient Places Her Heart and Trust in UPMC
Ceirra didn’t think her rapid heartbeat was anything serious. When she needed treatment, she trusted the experts at UPMC Harrisburg. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Jimmy’s Story: Robotic Cardiac Double Bypass Surgery
On Oct. 19, 2021, Jimmy Robinson Jr. became the first patient to receive robotic cardiac double bypass surgery at UPMC Passavant–McCandless. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Article - 2 Minute Read
What Is Coronary Calcium Scoring?
A coronary calcium test can help detect heart disease, even before you experience any symptoms. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How Cancer Treatment Can Affect Heart Health
Cancer treatment can cause high blood pressure, heart failure, and arrhythmia. Discover how to prevent heart damage during cancer treatment. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Connections Between COVID-19 and Heart Health
Keeping your heart healthy is very important — heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Learn more from UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
TAVR: Lifesaving Heart Valve Replacement Treatment
TAVR is performed by threading a collapsed heart valve mounted inside a metal stent across the aortic valve. Learn more about this treatment. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Cardiac Health and Endurance Sports: What Women Should Know
Cardiologists advise women in endurance sports - marathons, triathlons, and high-intensity training - to make sure their heart is ready. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Risk Factors And Treatment Of Atrial Fibrillation
During atrial fibrillation (AFib), the heart's electrical system sends out chaotic electrical impulses. This causes the top chambers of the heart (atria) to beat rapidly. These signals are sent to the bottom chambers (ventricles), causing an irregular and often fast heartbeat. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Treating Mitral Valve Disease
Think of your heart as your body's engine — multiple parts work together to regulate blood flow. Learn about mitral valve disease. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
