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  • Quiz

    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

    Find out if your heart failure is under control
  • 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

  • Videos

    This Is What Happens to Your Body During Heart Failure

    February 6, 2017

    Your heart plays a vital role pumping blood through your body. So, when it begins to malfunction, the health of your entire body is affected. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: chest pain, heart and vascular system, heart failure, Heart Health, heart valves

    What is broken heart syndrome?
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  • Videos

    What Are the Different Classes of Heart Failure?

    January 24, 2017

    Any heart failure diagnosis is cause for concern, but did you know that there are actually different levels of heart failure? Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: heart and vascular, heart failure, Heart Health

  • Video

    What Women Need to Know About Menopause and Heart Health

    January 8, 2017

    Menopause is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, but you can take measures to ensure you minimize your risk. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: heart disease, Heart Health, menopause, preventative medicine, womens health

    One in three women die from heart disease each year, use these tips to keep your risk low
  • Videos

    Chest Pain During Pregnancy: When to Worry

    December 11, 2016

    Many pregnant women experience chest pain, but when is a twinge cause for concern? Learn more about pregnancy and chest pain. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: chest pain, Heart Health, indigestion, pregnancy, womens health

  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Do Calcium Supplements Harm Your Heart?

    November 30, 2016

    Recent headlines have pointed to concern that calcium supplements may raise your risk of heart disease. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: bone health, calcium, calcium supplements, diet, heart attack, Heart Health, Vitamin D

  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    What Your Waistline Says About Your Heart Health

    September 12, 2016

    Find out about the connection between your waistline and your heart and what you can do to lower your risks. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: diabetes, heart disease, Heart Health, high blood pressure, high cholesterol. waistline

    Your waistline may indicate heart problems
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    What Does Heartburn Feel Like? Heartburn vs. Heart Attack

    July 18, 2016

    Is your chest pain a heart attack or severe heartburn? Learn how to tell the difference between heartburn and a heart attack. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

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

    Tagged with: chest pain, Digestive Issues, heart attack, Heart Health, heartburn, symptoms

    what does heartburn feel-like heartburn or heart attack
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