Heart and Vascular Health

The expert heart and vascular team at UPMC shares must-know information about heart health in our articles, videos, and guides. Here you can learn how to eat better, exercise more, and combat unhealthy habits. Stay up-to-date on heart and vascular conditions, screenings, and treatment options.

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What Kind of Exercise is Best for Your Heart?

November 4, 2014

Your heart needs exercise to stay strong and healthy. Discover aerobic exercises that get the heart pumping and benefit your cardiovascular system. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Fitness, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: aerobics, cardio, cardiovascular health, chest pain, dizziness, exercise, HDL cholesterol, heart, heart disease, Heart Health, high blood pressure, LDL cholesterol, stroke
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How Cold Weather Affects Your Heart and Circulatory System

October 29, 2014

Wonder why your chest hurts or heart rate changes when it gets cold outside? Find out why and learn how to protect your heart in the chilly winter months. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: circulatory system, cold weather, depression, frostbite, frostnip, heart, hypothermia, non-alcoholic beverages, shiver
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Frequently Asked Questions: Varicose Veins

October 12, 2014

Learn more about the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of varicose veins. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Skin Care
Tagged with: laser ablation, radiofrequency ablation, varicose veins, vein problems, veins
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Minimally Invasive Catheter Directed Thrombolysis: Norman’s Story

September 18, 2014

Read Norman's story to learn more about minimally invasive catheter directed thrombolysis and Norman's experience after being diagnosed with ischemia. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: arteries, blood, catheter, Dr. Efthymios Avgerinos, Dr. Rabih Chaer, ischemia, leg pain, numbness, pain, Pittsburgh, surgery, thrombolysis
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Infographic: Crazy for Caffeine

September 16, 2014

Check out the infographic below to find out how caffeine can affect the body, including the heart. Find some tips for cutting out some caffeine of your die Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: caffeine, metabolism, tea
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The Importance of Hydration for Your Heart

September 4, 2014

Learn how proper hydration helps your heart to perform regularly. Discover the complications of dehydration and find out how to stay hydrated all summer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: blood, dehydration, heart, hydration
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NCAA Athlete Isaiah Austin Dreams Despite Marfan Syndrome Diagnosis

July 2, 2014

College athlete Isaiah Austin was bound for the NBA before a diagnosis of Marfan syndrome put him on the sidelines. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: 2014 NBA Draft, Adam Silver, advocacy, aneurysm, aorta, aortic dissection, awareness, beta blockers, college basketball, connective tissue, detached retina, Dream Again, Forbes, genetic disorder, heart, heart disease, Isaiah Austin, Marfan Foundation, Marfan Syndrome, NBA Commissioner, NCAA, spontaneous mutation
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Benefits of Exercise on the Heart and Lungs

May 6, 2014

Heart and lung disease patients can benefit from simple exercise routines. Learn more about routine exercise methods and their cardiovascular benefits. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Fitness, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart failure, lung disease, lung diseases, Pulmonary hypertension
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What Is Pulmonary Hypertension?

April 1, 2014

Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the lung's blood vessels. Learn more about pulmonary hypertension symptoms and treatment options. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: chest pain, cough, fatigue, heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, Lightheadedness, lung diseases, pulmonary embolism, Pulmonary hypertension, shortness of breath