In January 2008, Jim Karley started having chest pain in his office at the Johnstown Bean company. He decided to consult with Dr. Casey Ryan. “It ...
James Aubuchon’s heart has come a long way in just a year and a half. A valve in his heart wasn’t opening properly and he needed it replaced. “I had a ...
Merrilee Brown never sought anything in return for her longtime philanthropic support of Altru, but she ended up receiving something priceless: ...
Updated: 10.10.22 Most humans are born with a natural sweet tooth, craving sugar at the most unusual times. It usually occurs when you are done eating ...
How to Manage (and Reverse) Heart Disease Being diagnosed with a form of heart disease, such as coronary artery disease or arrhythmia, can stir up ...
Updated on: 2.21.22 Most people are aware that heart disease runs in the family. But when should you have concerns regarding your own heart health? ...
Being diagnosed with heart disease brings a lot of new adjustments that can be overwhelming to deal with. The process of doing everyday things such as ...
It is understandable to be nervous, anxious, or confused about a surgery. That is why the heart and vascular team at Altru takes time to meet with ...
Are you traveling on a long trip or sitting for an extended period of time? Remember to take five, and give yourself a break at least once per hour. ...
Beating an average of 115,200 beats per day, hearts provide the lifeblood of oxygen and nutrients to keep our bodies alive and well. A lot goes on in ...
Updated: 4.30.2022 Heart disease takes more lives in the U.S. than anything else—in fact, someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds. That’s why ...
Updated on: 12/30/21 Your heart is always on our minds. As your health partner, our goal is to help you lead a heart-healthy, enjoyable life. We ...