Sep 14, 2022
It isn’t a result of smoking, obesity or heredity. This vascular illness affects even young athletes, and it’s often misdiagnosed. Two Penn State Heart and Vascular Institute surgeons discuss thoracic outlet syndrome.
Aug 23, 2022
Penn State College of Medicine researchers obtained more than $142 million in total research awards last fiscal year, including nearly $78 million in awards from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Aug 4, 2022
Pickleball is surging in popularity. Does the sport also offer health benefits? A Penn State Health exercise physiologist and a couple passionate pickleballers pop the top on a jar’s worth of thoughts.
Jun 28, 2022
Surgery prep for coronary artery bypass graft patients just got a little easier with the new Penn State Health Journeys app, featuring information about their heart condition, surgery and recovery.
Jun 9, 2022
Aortic dissections are among the most dire repercussions of unhealthy lifestyle choices like smoking. But a Penn State Health cardiac surgeon says a new treatment can improve the outlook for some patients.
May 3, 2022
In a new study, recent Black immigrants and those who had been in the U.S. for 15 years or longer were less likely to die from cardiovascular disease than Black adults born in the U.S.
Apr 20, 2022
Development of an implantable artificial heart that operates wirelessly and reliably for 10 years is the goal of an ongoing Penn State College of Medicine project.
Feb 23, 2022
Many people know that hardening of the arteries can cause a heart attack – but they may not realize that it can also cause serious problems in their legs. Dr. Matthew Cindric explains the causes of this condition—and how you can reduce your risk for it.
Feb 21, 2022
Holy Spirit Medical Center presented the DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award to Jaan Nguyen, a cardiovascular unit nurse.
Feb 16, 2022
A rapid heartbeat. A fluttering feeling in your chest. A heightened awareness of your own heartbeat. They can all be signs of a heart rhythm disorder called AFib. Cardiac electrophysiologist Dr. Christopher Rogers explains why it’s important to get AFib treated sooner than later.
