Articles for Tag: "Advocate Heart Institute"

Does a divorce increase your chances for a heart attack? 
Does a divorce increase your chances for a heart attack?
The anguish of marital bliss gone sour can cause men and women to have a higher risk of health consequences.
What young women should know about endometriosis  Featured
What young women should know about endometriosis
Have severe cramps during your menstrual cycle? They may be caused by an underlying condition.
New device reduces stroke risk in A-fib patients 
New device reduces stroke risk in A-fib patients
An innovative technology offers people with irregular heartbeats an alternative to blood thinner medications.
Infographic: Heart attack vs. sudden cardiac arrest 
Infographic: Heart attack vs. sudden cardiac arrest
Knowing the difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest can save a life.
Woman reunites with nurse who saved husband’s life  Featured
Woman reunites with nurse who saved husband’s life
A chance encounter brings together a cardiac rehab patient and the nurse who once performed life-saving CPR on her husband.
Man triumphs after heart attack 
Man triumphs after heart attack
Jim was healthy and active until a widow maker sent him to the hospital. Find how family history helped to determine his diagnosis.
Do moderate drinkers have better heart health? 
Do moderate drinkers have better heart health?
A new study suggests a couple drinks per week may help your ticker, but moderation is key.