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Surviving the Widow Maker: Bill’s Story
A quick-thinking security guard and the precise talents of an expert interventional cardiologist gave Bill Gruber a second chance at life. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Jean Becker’s TAVR Story
Jean Becker knew she might need an aortic valve replacement. After TAVR, she started feeling better almost immediately. Learn more about TAVR. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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‘Today, I Can Run’: MS, Breast Cancer Can’t Keep Mom From Moving
Ann Marie survived the breast cancer and manages her multiple sclerosis not only with medication but with another important treatment: exercise. Learn more about her story. Watch Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC Stories
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Man Pushes Forward After Losing Legs in Crash
Learn how Justin moved forward after a life-altering accident on the latest episode of “Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms”. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Staying Strong Through Life-Changing Setbacks
Learn how Joe stayed strong through multiple medical setbacks on the latest episode of “Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms”. Watch Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Megan’s Story: A Physician Assistant’s Journey from ACL Injury to Recovery
“I definitely saw improvements every single week. " Learn more about Megan's journey to UPMC Sports Medicine due to an ACL injury. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine, UPMC Stories
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Rapper Battles Sickle Cell Disease With Diet and Exercise
The latest episode of 50 Phenoms features Julian, a western PA rapper who took it upon himself to live well with sickle cell disease. Watch Now
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Nutrition, UPMC Stories
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Preparing for an Emergency as a Dialysis Patient
Dialysis must be done a few times each week, so when a natural disaster or emergency occurs, it may be difficult to receive treatment. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant, UPMC Stories
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Transplant, Love, Faith Help Mother of 3 Survive Rare Pregnancy-Related Condition
Brandy was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening form of heart failure in her third trimester. Meet her in this episode of 50 Phenoms. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories