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Q and A: Heart Disease with Dr. Elizabeth Piccione
Dr. Piccione, a board-certified cardiologist with UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Jameson answers questions about heart disease. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Heart Disease in Women: What You Need to Know
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women. Here's what you should know about heart disease in women, and how you can protect your health. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
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What Is a Mini-Stroke? Facts About Transient Ischemic Attack
What is a ministroke? You have probably heard about stroke, but didn't know that it could happen on a smaller scale. Find out more at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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World-Class Technology in Harrisburg
Heart and vascular care is undergoing rapid transformation, and UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg stays at the forefront. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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What Are Cardiovascular Clinical Trials?
Cardiovascular clinical trials advance the field of heart medicine. Here's what you need to know if you're thinking about enrolling in a heart study. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Carotid Endarterectomy: Raymond’s Story
At UPMC Passavant, an ultrasound revealed Raymond had a complete blockage of the carotid artery on one side of his neck and a partial blockage on the other. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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UPMC Welcomes Dr. Zhang
Xin (Jim) Zhang, MD, electrophysiologist, recently joined UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute on the east and west shores, and he is looking forward to seeing new patients — and helping them achieve a better quality of life. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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What Is the DASH Diet?
To help lower your blood pressure, the American Heart Association recommends the DASH diet. So what is the DASH diet, and what do you eat on the DASH diet? Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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An Overview of Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged veins that bulge beneath the skin. Learn about this condition including FAQs and treatment options with these articles. Learn More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health