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What Are Cardiovascular Clinical Trials?

January 22, 2019

Cardiovascular clinical trials advance the field of heart medicine. Here's what you need to know if you're thinking about enrolling in a heart study. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cardiovascular, cardiovascular clinical trial, clinical trial, heart disease, heart study, NHLBI, research, risk, science
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Signs of Stroke in Women

January 9, 2019

Stroke in women is the third leading cause of death for American women. Learn more about signs and risk factors. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: American Stroke Association, contraceptives, heart disease, hormone replacement, prevention, risk, stroke, stroke center, stroke in women, UPMC, women
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Is Pancreatic Cancer Hereditary?

April 21, 2015

If a parent had pancreatic cancer, will you develop the disease too? Find out if pancreatic cancer is hereditary & how genetic counseling may help Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer
Tagged with: cancer screening, family, genetic, genetic screening, genetic testing, hereditary, medical mondays, obesity, pancreatic cancer, risk, smoker
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5 Tips for a Healthy Heart

February 8, 2014

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for men and women. Learn about ways to keep a healthy heart through diet, exercise, and more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: blood pressure, diet, exercise, Health, heart, heart attack, heart disease, heart failure, quit smoking, risk, stress
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Tips for Frostbite Prevention: Staying Safe in Extreme Cold

January 10, 2014

Read this guide to understand the risks and warning signs for frostbite and learn how to perform first aid on someone who is frostbitten. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety
Tagged with: below freezing, burning sensation, cold weather, dress in layers, early frostbite, frostbite, frostbitten skin, hard skin, moisture-reducing winter sportswear, moisture-resistant outerwear, numb, risk, severe frostbite, snow, sweater, thermal underwear, warm clothing

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