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Category: heart health
Getting to the Heart of the Matter: Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack and How to Help
There are several steps individuals should take if a family member, coworker or they themselves experience a possible cardiac emergency.
NOW – Episode 9
In the ninth installment of NOW, get a glimpse into how one program is shaping a diverse set of future cardiologists, learn how a free health screening could save your life, and a certain special penguin provides heart hydration tips.
New Study Explains Gene Mutation’s Impact on Pulmonary Hypertension
New UPMC research from the laboratory of Dr. Stephen Chan demonstrates that mutations in a gene called BOLA3 can lead to a syndrome that results in PH in affected individuals.
‘She Looks Like a Cardiologist’: New Program Seeks to Inspire High School Girls
For female high school students interested in health care, pursuing a career in medicine can be daunting. With so many fields to choose from and decisions to make as they prepare to continue their education, many young women are uncertain of how to achieve their career goals.