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 Do the New High Blood Pressure Guidelines Mean for You?

June 18, 2018

Under the new guidelines, 30 million more Americans will now be considered to have high blood pressure. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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What Is Myocarditis? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

June 8, 2018

What is myocarditis? It's inflammation that can affect the heart's electrical system. Find out how it can be treated at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Heart Health, heart inflammation, inflammation, Lyme disease, myocarditis, viral myocarditis
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3 Heart-Healthy Recipe Ideas You’ll Love

February 27, 2018

Do you want to make a change to your diet? Use these three heart-healthy recipes to kick-start your meal planning. Learn more about heart health at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Heart Health, heart healthy recipes, Heart-Healthy Recipes, recipes
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What Foods Contain Healthy Fats? 6 Options to Try

February 26, 2018

In order to make your diet more heart healthy, you need to eat more healthy fats. Find out which foods are healthy fats — your heart will thank you. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy fats, Heart Health, Nutrition
Video

Watch: Iceburgh’s Heart-Healthy Lunch

February 24, 2018

Let’s check out what type of heart-healthy lunch Iceburgh is carrying in his Pittsburgh Penguins® lunchbox. Watch the video for more. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: check your heart, Healthy Living, Heart Health, Iceburgh, Nutrition, Pittsburgh Penguins, video
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5 Myths About Red Wine and Heart Health

February 22, 2018

Is red wine actually good for your heart? Test your knowledge with these red wine myths and facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: alcohol, Heart Health, Nutrition, red wine
Quiz

Quiz: Do You Know Your Heart Health Facts? Find Out

February 20, 2018

Knowing the basics of heart health is one of the first steps to keeping your ticker healthy. Take this quiz to test your heart knowledge. Start Quiz

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cardiovascular health, Healthy Living, Heart Health, Quiz
Gallery

Is This an Anxiety Attack or Heart Attack? How to Know

February 16, 2018

People experiencing anxiety and chest pain often fear a cardiac event. Here's how to know whether you're dealing with an anxiety attack or heart attack. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: anxiety, anxiety and chest pain, anxiety attack, anxiety attack or heart attack, anxiety feels like heart attack, cardiac event, cardiac events, chest pain, depression, heart attack, heart attack risk factors, heart disease, Heart Health, mental health, mood disorder, mood disorders, panic attack, panic disorder, risk factors, stress
Article - 4 Minute Read

What Is A Blood Count and What Does It Mean for Your Heart Health?

February 14, 2018

Your blood count can say a lot about your overall health. Find out what a blood count is and why it helps to know it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: anemia, blood count, Heart Health