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Heart Care

February 18, 2026

Cardiac rehab helps hearts heal beyond the hospital

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: February 18, 2026

A guided cardiac rehab program helps patients rebuild strength, boost confidence, and improve long‑term heart health. UT Physicians cardiologists share the value of participating with a care team.

February 5, 2026

When game day thrills mean real-life risks

Written By: Shelley Vanker, UT Physicians | Updated: February 5, 2026

Watching the big game on Sunday can raise stress, blood pressure, and heart risk. Here’s how to enjoy the game while protecting your heart.

February 25, 2025

Heart rate by the numbers: How low is too low?

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: February 25, 2025

Sudden changes from your normal resting heart range can signal potential problems. A UT Physicians family medicine specialist shares when you should be concerned.

February 18, 2025

Fascinating facts about your heart’s secret life

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: February 18, 2025

The human heart is full of unexpected wonders and quite a few surprises. A UT Physicians cardiologist shares some interesting facts.

February 13, 2025

The heart-emotion connection: How love shapes our heart health

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: February 13, 2025

Your emotions impact your heart in ways you might not expect. Learn how to protect your heart through life’s inevitable highs and lows.

February 16, 2024

Reduce risk for heart disease with lifestyle changes and new tool

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: February 16, 2024

Lifestyle changes, specifically quality sleep and managing stress, play a major role in reducing the risk of heart disease.

January 30, 2024

Prescription for a healthy heart

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: January 30, 2024

In observance of American Heart Month, cardiologist Francisco Fuentes, MD, prescribes five key actions to keep the heart going strong.

June 9, 2023

Summer travel: Protect yourself against blood clots

Written By: Laura Frnka-Davis, UT Physicians | Updated: June 9, 2023

Houston vascular surgeon Sheila Coogan, MD, offers four health tips to prevent blood clots during summer travel.

February 6, 2023

Expert explains heart attack, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: February 6, 2023

For Heart Health Month, an expert explains the difference between three serious heart conditions and what to do to keep heart problems away.

January 31, 2023

Women’s heart health: Know your risk, take action, and stay well!

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: January 31, 2023

Heart disease is the leading killer of women in the United States. A cardiologist tells women what they need to know.

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