Penn Heart and Vascular Blog

Blog Topic: Heart conditions and treatments

Finding Camaraderie in Learning to be Heart-Healthy

December 10, 2019

Cardiac rehab sessions gave Janice Byers much more than just a healthy heart. Learn more about Janice's story and her newfound friendship with fellow patient, Anna Wheeler.

Fitness and Nutrition Heart Conditions and Treatments
Should I Be Worried about Heart Palpitations?

December 03, 2019

If your heart skips a bit, is it because of excitement or a heart condition? Found out more about heart palpitations and when to see your provider.

Heart Conditions and Treatments
Living a Normal Life with Mitral Valve Prolapse

November 13, 2019

Mitral valve prolapse is the most common heart valve condition in the United States. For many, it's not considered dangerous, but it does need to be monitored and managed. Here's what you should know if you've been diagnosed.

Heart Conditions and Treatments Valve Disease Preventive Heart Care
How 5 Bad Habits Affect Your Heart Health

October 10, 2019

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the US. Learn more about how to keep your hearth healthy by avoiding these 5 habits.

Heart Conditions and Treatments Heart Failure Preventive Heart Care
Everything You Need to Know About the Blood Pressure Medication Recall

February 13, 2019

Over the last few months, dozens of medications prescribed to people with high blood pressure have been recalled because they contain small amounts of chemicals that may cause cancer.

Heart Conditions and Treatments News and Noteworthy
Before You Shovel Snow, Know the Signs of Heart Attack

February 11, 2019

Shoveling snow is a strenuous exercise that can put undue strain on the heart. Factor in cold air, which constricts the blood vessels and increases blood pressure, and you have a dangerous combination for people with coronary artery disease or other forms of heart disease.

Heart Conditions and Treatments Preventive Heart Care
All in the Family: 3 Common Inherited Heart Diseases

January 21, 2019

Not all heart diseases are caused by unhealthy lifestyles. Some heart conditions are genetic and can be passed down in the family. Learn about the 3 most common genetic heart diseases.

Heart Conditions and Treatments Congenital Heart Disease
Ablation Recovery: What You Should Know

August 15, 2018

If you're schedule for a cardiac ablation than you may be wondering what your recovery will look like. Here, Dr. Arkles answers all of your questions regarding cardiac ablation recovery.

Heart Conditions and Treatments Arrhythmia
5 Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

August 06, 2018

Here’s what you should know about the signs of a heart attack and how they may differ in men and women.

Preventive Heart Care Heart Conditions and Treatments
Sex and Your Heart: Perfect Storm or Perfect Fit?

June 27, 2018

A healthy sex life can boost heart health, but not necessarily for the reasons you might think. Learn how the heart can benefit from sex and why you don't have to worry.

Preventive Heart Care Heart Conditions and Treatments