More articles about: Cardiovascular: Diseases & Conditions
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Performing Bystander CPR Saves Man’s Life
A seemingly normal errand run turned abnormal for one man when his heart stopped beating. How a Michigan Medicine surgical resident happened upon the man’s emergency and helped save his life.
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Woman Suffers 2 Heart Attacks in 3 Days Due to Rare Condition
After suffering a spontaneous coronary artery dissection, here’s what Morgan Drutchas wants other women to know.
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New Drug Combo Shows Promise in Fight Against High Cholesterol
Adding certain drugs to your statin can reduce cholesterol levels better than taking a statin alone. Here, a Michigan Medicine doctor breaks it all down.
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How Telemedicine Improves In-Person Care: A Vascular Surgery Patient’s Story
David Wallace’s virtual visits weren’t only more convenient, they led the way to urgent surgery when experts had no time to waste.
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How Complex Heart Disease Impacts Children’s Development, Quality of Life, Over Time
Babies with congenital heart disease who undergo heart surgery in their first year of life are at high risk for neurodevelopmental delays that affect behavioral and cognitive abilities.
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Thrive With Your Family: Supporting Kids With Chronic Diseases During COVID-19
Children with chronic conditions may need extra support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our expert panel offers advice and tips for parents navigate these challenges.
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Your ACE Inhibitor or ARB Medication: Is There a COVID-19 Connection?
If you have high blood pressure you may have heard that certain medications could put you at higher risk for COVID-19 complications, but one expert warns not stopping, as early studies are inconclusive.
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Don’t Ignore a Heart Attack, Even During a Pandemic
In light of reports that fewer people are getting heart attack treatments right now, one cardiologist wants to remind patients that the Emergency Department is still the safest place to be when you’re having a cardiovascular emergency.
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Blood Pressure Associated with Racial Differences in Cognitive Decline
Researchers target blood pressure in quest to understand, reduce racial disparities in dementia development.
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Medicare Changes May Increase Access to TAVR
The number of hospitals providing TAVR could double with changes to Medicare requirements. Researchers see reason for both excitement and concern.
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Unlocking the Secrets of Brown Fat
Two Michigan researchers make major inroads into the biology of brown fat and its implications for weight loss and obesity-related diseases
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Women Underrepresented on Cardiology Editorial Boards
Major U.S. and European cardiology journals lack female leadership, study shows.
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Loeys-Dietz Syndrome – A Rare and Complex Heart Disease
A Michigan Medicine cardiologist shares important information about Loeys-Dietz Syndrome and the progress being made in diagnosing and treating this disease.
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How to Know If You're Having a Heart Attack
Are you having a heart attack? Signs and symptoms to look out for explained by a Michigan Medicine expert.
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World’s Tiniest Pacemaker Coordinates Heartbeats from Top To Bottom
A new, leadless pacemaker the size of a nickel is paving the way for the future of cardiac implantable devices.