Search Results for: heart condition
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New Heart Procedure Now Available at UPMC Altoona
UPMC Altoona now offers an advanced, minimally invasive heart procedure called transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Heart Health: How to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease
Heart disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, is a term used to describe the range of conditions affecting the heart. It’s the leading cause of death for both men and women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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A Revolutionary Alternative to Open Heart Surgery
Patients with aortic stenosis now have access to the innovative procedure known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) at UPMC Passavant.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Caring for the Hearts of Cancer Patients
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute are teaming up for an innovative new program to provide cardiovascular care to people throughout their cancer journey. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Taking Care of Your Heart During COVID-19
Dr. Michael Mathier from the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute discusses what you can expect when you come in for care at the Heart and Vascular Institute as well as the signs and symptoms related to cardiovascular disease that you should not ignore.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Condition Similar to Kawasaki Disease Linked to Kids With COVID-19
Pediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome, a condition similar to Kawasaki disease, has been linked to COVID-19 in kids. Learn more.Watch Now
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Henry’s Heart Bypass Story
When Henry collapsed, a nurse who happened to be there started giving him chest compressions. A fellow gym patron gave him rescue breathing, and the gym staff grabbed the AED. Read more about his story.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Transplant, Love, Faith Help Mother of 3 Survive Rare Pregnancy-Related Condition
Brandy was thrilled to be pregnant with her third child, and first girl. But late in her third trimester, the pregnancy took a scary twist: She was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening heart failure. A transplant saved her life, and the love of her family motivated her through her recovery. Find out more about Brandy’s story in the fourth episode of “Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms.”Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Treating for Two: How Doctors Approach Heart Problems During Pregnancy
Heart problems pose a challenge for doctors when treating any type of patient. But when more than one life needs to be accounted for? That can ratchet up the potential problems. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
