Articles for Tag: "Advocate Heart Institute"

Coronary artery disease risk assessment 
Coronary artery disease risk assessment
As a leading cause of death in both men and women, understanding your risk is important. Take this short quiz.
How CPR saved one man’s life 
How CPR saved one man’s life
After Joe had two heart attacks, one at home and one at the hospital, the quick thinking of the people around him helped to save his life.
TAVR heart procedure improves one man’s quality of life  Featured
TAVR heart procedure improves one man’s quality of life
After undergoing a quadruple bypass and suffering a stroke, learn how a less invasive approach helped Charles Butts.
Cardiac rehab key to recovery after heart surgery  Featured
Cardiac rehab key to recovery after heart surgery
A 12-week program gets one woman on the path to improved physical and emotional health after bypass surgery.
Protect your heart while shoveling 
Protect your heart while shoveling
With snow in the forecast, here’s what you need to know to keep safe.
What is peripheral vascular disease? 
What is peripheral vascular disease?
A cardiologist discusses risks, symptoms and treatment methods for this condition.
The link between diabetes and heart disease 
The link between diabetes and heart disease
A cardiologist explains how these two serious conditions affect each other.