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  You Need to Know These 5 Heart Health Numbers

  December 22, 2021

  Did you know that five simple numbers can tell you a lot about your heart health? Learn your numbers and get on the road toward a healthier lifestyle.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: diabetes, heart attack, heart disease, hypertension, stroke

  

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  Pacemakers 101: Common Questions About Your Heart Device

  May 17, 2017

  Learn the facts about pacemakers and get answers to some frequently asked questions with this guide to your heart device.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: arrhythmia, bradycardia, pacemaker

  

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  What’s the Link Between Depression and Heart Disease?

  May 5, 2017

  Depression changes how you think and feel, but is it linked to heart disease? In some cases, yes. Learn more about mental health and heart disease.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: depression, heart disease, Heart Health, heart surgery, mood disorder

  

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• Article - 4 Minute Read

  Myth or Fact? Time Change Raises Your Risk for a Heart Attack?

  March 5, 2017

  Can "springing forward" really raise your risk for a heart attack? Find out more about heart attack risk factorsRead More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: causes of heart attack, heart attack, heart attack myths and facts, heart attack symptoms

  

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  Quiz: Is Your Heart Failure Under Control?

  February 27, 2017

  Take this quiz to find out if your heart failure is under control and you're making the most of your heart failure treatment.Start Quiz

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Family Health, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Heart and Vascular Institute, heart failure, Heart Health, Quiz

  

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  5 Signs You Need to Talk to Your Doctor About Heartburn

  February 24, 2017

  Check in with your doctor if you’re experiencing these five heartburn warning signs.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health

  Tagged with: acid reflux, chest pain, Gastroenterology, GERD, heartburn

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  How New and Expectant Moms Can Take Care of Their Hearts

  February 8, 2017

  With all their multitasking, women often neglect one critical aspect of new motherhood—self-care. Here’s now moms can take better care of their heart.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

  Tagged with: Heart Health, new moms, pregnancy, preventative care, women's health

  

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  Heart Health Tips Women Need to Know

  February 8, 2017

  It's important to understand your heart health risk factors, the symptoms of heart disease in women, and why you need to stay in touch with your doctor.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: heart attack, heart disease, women's health, women's heart health

  

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  Heart Disease Risk Factors in Women

  February 3, 2017

  You might be surprised to learn that heart disease affects more women than all types of cancer combined. Learn about women's heart disease risk factors.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol