Search Results for: heart condition
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Article - 2 Minute Read
UPMC Cardio-Oncology Program Combines Heart Health and Cancer Therapy
The UPMC Center for Cardio-Oncology will proactively maintain your heart health before, during, and after cancer treatment to mitigate risks from therapy.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular Health
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What is a Widowmaker Heart Attack?
A heart attack happens when blood flow to your heart muscle is blocked for long enough to damage the muscle. If blood flow isn’t restored quickly, the heart muscle begins to die from a lack of oxygen, and non-functioning scar tissue forms in its place. If enough muscle function is lost, “heart failure” can occur.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
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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Article - 5 Minute Read
Pedaling to a Healthier Heart
Cycling is an amazing aerobic exercise that helps your heart get a workout - Learn more about how to have a healthier heart and even reduce cancer risk!Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Using Big Data to Help Heart Transplant Candidates
Learn how scientists at UPMC are using Big Data to help patients who are in critical need of a heart transplant.Read More
Categorized as: Uncommon: Medical Innovation and Breakthroughs
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May-Thurner Syndrome: A Hidden Condition That Can Strike Without Warning
Amy Bonner’s blood clot seemed to come out of nowhere. An innovative procedure saved her from a life of pain—or worse. Learn more about her story.Watch Now
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Family History of Heart Disease? Here’s How to Stay Healthy
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. if you have a family history of heart disease, find out how you can stay healthy.Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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‘Am I Having a Heart Attack?’ The Steps You Can Take to Save Your Life
Am I having a heart attack? Learn how to identify heart attack symptoms and the steps you can take to survive.Learn More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Breakthrough in Heart Transplants Is a Game-Changer For Patients
Michelle opted to accept a heart from a donor who had died with Hepatitis C antibodies in his system. And Michelle is doing just fine. Learn more about her story.Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
