Heart & Vascular

Expert advice about how to prevent, diagnose and treat adult and pediatric cardiovascular conditions

  • How to respond to heart attacks and cardiac arrest

    How to respond to heart attacks and cardiac arrest

    Learn more about how CPR and automated external defibrillators can save a life.

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  • An NBA vet shares his story of lifesaving heart surgery and recovery struggle

    An NBA vet shares his story of lifesaving heart surgery and recovery struggle

    James Donaldson won an NBA championship with the Seattle Supersonics. Today, he's a mental health advocate who helps others by sharing the story of his near-death experience and rebuilding his life.

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  • Revolutionary care for heart valve patients

    Revolutionary care for heart valve patients

    Swedish offers revolutionary heart care for tricuspid regurgitation. Our experts share treatment options and explain why the new procedure offers new hope.

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  • Milestone in procedure to fix leaky hearts

    Milestone in procedure to fix leaky hearts

    Heart specialists at Swedish recently completed their 500th MitraClip™ procedure for patients with leaky hearts. Learn more about what that means for heart care.

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  • Recognizing a cardiac emergency. What should you do?

    Recognizing a cardiac emergency. What should you do?

    A cardiologist at Swedish Heart and Vascular Institute discusses cardiac events, the importance of CPR and where to get life-saving training.

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  • Eight essentials for heart health

    Eight essentials for heart health

    Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Here are some healthy habits you can build to support your family's heart health.

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  • Watch video: Recognition for Swedish ECMO program's commitment to excellence

    Watch video: Recognition for Swedish ECMO program's commitment to excellence

    Swedish’s program has received certification from DNV, a national healthcare certification and accreditation organization.

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  • Swedish's outstanding specialty care and patient experience recognized in this year’s Healthgrades awards

    Swedish's outstanding specialty care and patient experience recognized in this year’s Healthgrades awards

    Awards for Swedish Cherry Hill, First Hill and Issaquah include seven five-star ratings.

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  • Don't have another. Alcohol consumption can raise atrial fibrillation risk

    Don't have another. Alcohol consumption can raise atrial fibrillation risk

    A Swedish expert discusses the relationship between Afib and increased alcohol consumption.

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  • Can early menopause raise the risk of heart problems? Swedish experts weigh in.

    Can early menopause raise the risk of heart problems? Swedish experts weigh in.

    A study released in August reported that women who go through menopause when they are younger than 40 are at a greater risk of heart problems.

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  • Heart Month raises awareness, promotes prevention to save lives

    Heart Month raises awareness, promotes prevention to save lives

    American Heart Month focuses on raising awareness about the impact of heart disease and the importance of prevention to protect your heart health. Learn more.

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  • Reduce your sodium intake one step at a time for better health

    Reduce your sodium intake one step at a time for better health

    Too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure and other chronic diseases. Learn how small dietary changes improve your health.

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  • Experts recommend changes to low-dose aspirin protocol. What do you need to know?

    Experts recommend changes to low-dose aspirin protocol. What do you need to know?

    The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF),made some recommendations for changing the protocol of low-dose aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer. learn more.

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  • Palliative care helps people cope with serious illness

    Palliative care helps people cope with serious illness

    Palliative care specialists at Swedish help people who have a serious, long-term illness live their lives to the fullest.

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  • Meditation, mindfulness and music for heart health

    Meditation, mindfulness and music for heart health

    Meditation and mindfulness can improve your heart health. Learn more about how to easily adopt a meditation practice for your health.

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  • Swedish reimagines care for AFib

    Swedish reimagines care for AFib

    Learn about signs, symptoms and treatment options at the Swedish Comprehensive AFib Network and Clinic for the common heart rhythm disorder AFib.

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  • Swedish among the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals for 2021-22

    Swedish among the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals for 2021-22

    Swedish ranks among best hospitals in Seattle Metro and Washington state

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  • Have you been putting off your annual men’s wellness exam?

    Have you been putting off your annual men’s wellness exam?

    What better way to celebrate Men’s Health Month than by scheduling much needed (and often dreaded) healthcare appointments?

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  • After massive heart attack, ECMO saved Vivek's life

    After massive heart attack, ECMO saved Vivek's life

    Swedish is one of only two hospitals in Washington to offer novel therapy that allows heart and lungs to rest and heal

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  • Know how to recognize subtle signs of stroke in women

    Know how to recognize subtle signs of stroke in women

    Symptoms of stroke in women can be subtle and easy to ignore. Find out how to recognize the signs you're having a stroke and why it's important to know your risk factors.

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