Heart and Vascular Health

The expert heart and vascular team at UPMC shares must-know information about heart health in our articles, videos, and guides. Here you can learn how to eat better, exercise more, and combat unhealthy habits. Stay up-to-date on heart and vascular conditions, screenings, and treatment options.

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Care Partner’s Guide: Supporting Loved Ones with a Ventricular Assist Device

February 9, 2026

Learn practical tips for caregivers supporting ventricular assist device patients. Explore medication management, emotional support, and recovery strategies. Read More

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Heart Rate Zones Explained: How to Train Smarter for Your Fitness Goals

January 29, 2026

Discover what heart rate zones are, why they matter, and how to use wearables and perceived exertion to train effectively. Read More

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Preparing for Your Visit to the Da Silva Center for Ebstein’s Anomaly

January 7, 2026

People from around the globe travel to Da Silva Center for Ebstein’s Anomaly for treatment. Learn how to prepare for your visit. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Pediatrics
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Living With AFib With Pulsed Field Ablation

December 8, 2025

Discover how experts at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute are using a new minimally invasive procedure called pulsed field ablation (PFA) to treat AFib. Read More

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Ebstein’s Anomaly: Q&A With Luciana da Fonseca da Silva, MD

November 20, 2025

Luciana da Fonseca da Silva, MD, a cardiothoracic surgeon at the Da Silva Center for Ebstein’s Anomaly at UPMC Children’s, answers your questions about Ebstein’s anomaly. Read More

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Does Caffeine Raise Your Blood Pressure?

November 17, 2025

Learn how caffeinated products can affect heart health and discover tips for reducing caffeine for better cardiovascular wellness. Read More

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What You Need to Know About Exercising with Heart Disease

October 31, 2025

Physical activity is a great way to improve heart health and reduce the risk of future problems. Discover how to start exercising with heart problems safely. Read More

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What’s the Connection Between Cough and Heart Health Issues?

October 8, 2025

A chronic, persistent cough can sometimes indicate heart-related issues. Learn the differences between heart-related and respiratory coughs. Read More

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Heart Failure: Q&A With Mary Keebler, MD, and Sideris Facaros, MD

September 5, 2025

Mary Keebler, MD, and Sideris Facaros, MD answer questions about the common warning signs of heart failure and how to prevent it. Read More

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