More articles about: Heart Health
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What You Should Know About Counseling and Testing for Genetic Heart Disease
Get answers to frequently asked questions about genetic screening for inherited heart diseases such as Marfan syndrome or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
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For This Michigan Family, Medicine Is a Way of Life
One future U-M medical student has her sights set on reducing disparities in health care. As a bonus, some of the work occurs alongside her heart doctor dad.
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Depression and Heart Health: A Two-Way Connection
One of the causes of heart attacks include depression. Here are key insights from Michigan Medicine on how cardiovascular and mental health are related.
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When Enhanced External Counter Pulsation (EECP) is Right for Angina
For some heart failure patients, a treatment known as EECP is a beneficial option, but it requires a commitment.
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Why Daylight Saving Time Could Increase Your Heart Attack Risk
The number of heart attacks rises the Monday after daylight saving time, a Michigan Medicine study found. Interrupted sleep may be the culprit.
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Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment Gives Barber a New Look
A barber was faced with giving up his beloved profession because of severe pain from PAD. How a Michigan Medicine team helped him get back to work.
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‘Not Just a Man’s Disease’: Why Women Need to Care About Heart Health
Despite heart disease being the No. 1 cause of death in women worldwide, only 1 in 5 women considers heart disease as her greatest risk.
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Genetic Defect Makes Cardiac Care a Family Affair
Eight members of a family tested positive for a genetic defect that can lead to deadly aortic disease. Michigan Medicine has helped them stay well for nearly a decade.
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How a Cardiac Surgeon Keeps His Own Heart Healthy
To keep a heart healthy, these heart care tips include a balanced diet, exercise, lower stress from a Michigan Medicine cardiac surgeon.
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Past Health Problems Complicate HFpEF, a Complex Heart Condition
Learn more about Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and how it requires a personalized treatment plan with closely monitored care.
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7 Surprising Things That Can Hurt Your Heart [Infographic]
Infographic about seven surprising heart disease factors.
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How Chronic Snoring Can Cause Heart Disease
Learn more about the how chronic snoring can indicate a higher risk for diabetes, obesity, hypertension, stroke, heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
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When Aortic Aneurysm Symptoms Mean Surgery, Teamwork Matters
How cross-system collaboration yielded a positive outcome for one bicuspid aortic valve patient — and what others can learn from his experience.
Watchman Implant or Blood Thinners for Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation
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Watchman vs. Blood Thinners: Alternatives for Patients with Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation
The Watchman implant is an alternative to blood thinners for nonvalvular atrial fibrillation treatment. Learn more about the Watchman implant for Afib.
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Congestive Heart Failure — and a Transplant — ‘a Gift and a Wake-Up Call’
Patrick, a 29 year old received a congestive heart failure diagnosis in 2004. Hear about his congestive heart failure treatment journey & heart transplant story.