Cardiovascular disease is a major reason life expectancy is more than two years lower for Appalachian women than their peers in the rest of the U.S. A recent study from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School… Read more
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NOW – Episode 20
In the 20th installment of NOW, learn how one community program is aiming to increase cardiovascular health though a 30-minute, mid-day walk; explore a new… Read more
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.
‘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.
Residents Receive World-Class Heart and Vascular Services in Central Pennsylvania
Experts at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Altoona offer a full range of services for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of… Read more