Cardiac / Heart Health, Vascular
Just Like New After Cardiac Stents
After receiving cardiac aortic stents via an innovative, new minimally invasive procedure, Mike Fleming feels like an old truck that’s been reconditioned.
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Cardiac / Heart Health
Big Heart, Big Fix
Today, a remarkable new device is reducing Gerald Dienst’s risk of blood clots and stroke, and ensuring he can continue helping his clients.
Meet Gerald
Neuroscience, Physical Rehabilitation
Home Again After Stroke
After a second debilitating stroke, 47-year-old Christina Hunter-Carey is back home on her two feet, thanks to comprehensive rehabilitation therapies.
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Cardiac / Heart Health
Life After Bypass
When Jeffrey Wells woke up one morning with heavy pressure on his chest, his neighbor, a nurse, persuaded him to seek the care that saved his life.
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Cardiac / Heart Health
On the Move Again After Bypass Surgery
For Carlos Guzman, a cardiac catheterization revealed three blockages, including one completely blocked artery.
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Emergency Services, Parenting, Pediatrics
My Story About Taking My Daughter to the Emergency Room – Laurajean
Mom, Laurajean, joins HealthU for a Q&A about her recent experience in the pediatric emergency room during the COVID-19 pandemic. She encourages other parents and guardians not to wait if their child needs care.
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Cardiac / Heart Health, COVID-19
Overcoming COVID-19 and Cardiac Arrest: The Miracle Man
Mark Renwanz has earned his nickname after coming back from a massive heart attack, cardiac arrest and COVID-19.
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COVID-19
Finding Peace Through Integrative Health
During an extended hospital stay for COVID-19 and a Crohn’s disease flare-up, Alex Heller leaned on integrative health services to help manage her stress and anxiety.
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COVID-19, Pediatrics
Philanthropic Giving for the Kids
For Aprile and Gene Renna, giving isn’t just about making a donation. They want to make sure their gifts are going where they can make the biggest impact for children and their families.
Meet the Rennas
A Little Help From Friends
Joe McKevitt and Gary Sypniewski played a major role in saving their co-worker’s life.
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