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What to Expect: Follow Up Care After a Heart Attack
After a heart attack, your care continues outside of the hospital. Learn more about rehabilitation, medication, and adopting a healthy lifestyle. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
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Understanding Ventricular Assist Devices: What Is a VAD?
What is a VAD? Learn more about ventricular assist devices about how they can help your heart from the experts at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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What is A Widowmaker Heart Attack?
Some heart attacks are particularly deadly. One such heart attach is the widowmaker. Find out what it is and the risk factors. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, 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. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Is This an Anxiety Attack or Heart Attack? How to Know
People experiencing anxiety and chest pain often fear a cardiac event. Here's how to know whether you're dealing with an anxiety attack or heart attack. Learn More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Can Aspirin Lower Your Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke?
Learn how taking a daily aspirin can possibly lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. Learn More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
The Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest
Do you know the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest? Both are medical emergencies, but they have different causes, symptoms, and outcomes. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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What Is Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery?
Learn more about the types of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgeries and what you can expect during the procedures. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
You Need to Know These 5 Heart Health Numbers
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
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
