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Warning signs when an artery is blocked, and how to fix it

UT Southwestern discusses how failure to diagnose and treat a Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) can lead to symptoms and impact your quality of life.

Heart; Your Pregnancy Matters

Postpartum hypertension: When a new mom's blood pressure is too high

High blood pressure risks in pregnancy don't end with delivery – up to six weeks after having a baby, postpartum hypertension can cause strokes. UT Southwestern discusses how women can protect their health between Ob/Gyn visits.

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Why are we still in the middle of a ‘statins war’?

As medical journals and websites debate who should take statins and the severity of their side effects, UT Southwestern says not to forget that they save lives.

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5 tips for taking your blood pressure at home

Frustrated with high blood pressure readings at the doctor’s office? UT Southwestern offers 5 tips for measuring blood pressure at home.

“In the U.S., heart disease is the No. 1 killer of men and women. And coffee is the most popular beverage in the U.S., according to 2017 data from MarketWatch. Such a potentially dangerous crossover warrants a thorough randomized trial rather than an observational study.”

COVID; Heart

Video visits offer high-quality heart failure care from the comfort of home

Video visits are an effective, high-quality alternative to in-clinic visits for patients with advanced heart failure. Find out what to expect and how remote care can benefit patients.