Jane Racey Gleeson
Jane Racey Gleeson is a contributing writer for a variety of divisions within Michigan Medicine, including the Frankel Cardiovascular Center, Neurosciences and Pulmonology. With a focus on targeted communications she has developed content for the Michigan Medicine website and Health Lab blogs for 15+ years.
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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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5 Signs You Could Be at Risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Learn more about the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and how to determine if you need to see a sleep medicine professional.
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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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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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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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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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Jugular Vein Aneurysm Considered Extremely Rare but Treatable
Chitra was diagnosed with a jugular vein aneurysm that eventually ruptured. See her story and learn more about treating a ruptured external jugular varix.
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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.
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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.
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New Year’s Cheer, Without Hurting Your Heart
During the holidays, remember the negative effect of alcohol on the heart. See the recommended alcohol intake & learn why you feel dizzy after drinking alcohol.
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After Catheter Ablation for Afib, Recovery — and a Return to the Water
A U-M doctor suffering from an arrhythmia, intermittent atrial fibrillation, received a catheter ablation. See how the procedure helped his irregular heartbeat.
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Who Are All These People in My Hospital Room?
Health care teams are groups of medical professionals that care for patients in the hospital. Learn more about the U-M health care team members & their roles.
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Staying Alive with the Help of TAVR and Sisterly Love
Nora was suffering from infective endocarditis and a damaged aortic valve. Hear how the TAVR procedure & the U-M cardiovascular care team saved Nora's life.
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Pulmonary Hypertension: Know the Signs, Causes and Treatments
What is pulmonary hypertension? Learn more about Pulmonary Hypertension from a cardiologist including PH symptoms, PH treatment, PM signs, and PM causes.
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After Aortic Dissection and Intense Surgery, a ‘Miracle’
Alan suffered an aortic dissection which required aortic surgery for a bicuspid aortic valve replacement. See Alan's aortic dissection story & treatment.
