Search Results for: heart condition

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  Risks of High-Intensity Training Programs

  June 4, 2014

  Learn more about high intensity training programs and the potential risks associated with these workouts.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

  Categorized as: Fitness

  Tagged with: Aaron Mares MD, CrossFit™, exercise, high-intensity interval training, high-intensity training programs, HIIT, sports medicine, workout

  

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  Boost Your Smoothie: Add Blueberries

  June 2, 2014

  Blueberries are full of antioxidants and vitamin C, and they can improve heart health. Learn about their benefits and discover an easy smoothie recipe.View Recipe

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: antioxidants, blueberries, blueberry, cancer, coughs, flavonoids, Heart Health, power fruit

  

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  What Are Stress Fractures?

  July 12, 2022

  Stress fractures are some of the most common injuries that occur in athletes. Discover tips to prevent stress fractures.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

  Categorized as: Sports Medicine

  Tagged with: Aaron Mares, common injuries, foot, injuries, injury, leg, MRI, stress fractures

  

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  6 Tips for Good Bone Health

  May 14, 2014

  Learn more about your bones and how they change over the course of a lifetime. Find some easy tips to keep your bones healthy.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

  Categorized as: Orthopaedics

  Tagged with: fracturing, injuries, injury, orthopaedic surgery, osteoporosis, Vitamin D

  

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  6 Common Organ Donation Myths Debunked

  April 3, 2014

  Every day, about 18 people in the United States die while waiting for an organ transplant. Discover the facts behind common myths about organ donation.Learn More

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Transplant

  Tagged with: tissue transplants, transplantation

  

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  What Is Pulmonary Hypertension?

  April 1, 2014

  Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure in the lung's blood vessels. Learn more about pulmonary hypertension symptoms and treatment options.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: chest pain, cough, fatigue, heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, Lightheadedness, lung diseases, pulmonary embolism, Pulmonary hypertension, shortness of breath

  

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  What to Expect When You Get an EKG

  March 26, 2014

  An EKG or electrocardiogram measures the electrical activity in your heart. Learn about the test, what it measures, and steps to take after your test.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: chest pain, coronary artery disease, diagnostic exam, EKG, electrocardiogram, heart disease, Heart Health

  

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  Know the Facts About Colorectal Cancer

  June 9, 2022

  Colorectal cancer forms in the tissues of the colon or rectum. Learn more about colorectal cancer, its risk factors, and available screening tests.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care

  Tagged with: cancer, cancer screening, colon, colonoscopy, colorectal cancer, infographic, rectum

  

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  How to Combat Acid Reflux

  February 23, 2014

  Learn more about how to alleviate acid reflux and heartburn without sacrificing the foods and drinks you love.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: acid reflux, caffeine, cingulate gyrus, diet, gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, heartburn, low-fat, snacks, spicy food