Search Results for: heart condition

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  Heart Health: How to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease

  November 13, 2020

  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

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  

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  A Revolutionary Alternative to Open Heart Surgery

  November 6, 2020

  Patients with aortic stenosis now have access to the innovative procedure known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) at UPMC Passavant.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  

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  Caring for the Hearts of Cancer Patients

  June 21, 2020

  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

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  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

  April 12, 2022

  Dr. Michael Mathier from the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute discusses the symptoms of cardiovascular disease that you should not ignore.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: COVID-19

  

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  Condition Similar to Kawasaki Disease Linked to Kids With COVID-19

  May 15, 2020

  Pediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome, a condition similar to Kawasaki disease, has been linked to COVID-19 in kids. Learn more.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: COVID-19

  

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  Henry’s Heart Bypass Story

  April 20, 2020

  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

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  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

  May 11, 2022

  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

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Season 1

  

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  Treating for Two: How Doctors Approach Heart Problems During Pregnancy

  December 4, 2019

  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

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  

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  Heart Health During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

  December 3, 2019

  Pregnancy and heart health are closely connected. Learn how choices you make during your pregnancy can affect your risk for heart disease.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health