Articles tagged with 'heart' | OSF HealthCare

Abraham Kocheril, MD, chuckles as he remembers how doctors, decades ago, used weights and pulleys to get pacemaker and defibrillator leads out of a patient’s body.

Glaucoma, or damage to the optic nerve, usually lacks symptoms. That's why it's important to know your risks and stay on top of your eye health.

The FDA recently approved the first treatment for people with liver scarring due to fatty liver disease.

Cozy cardio, one of the latest fitness routines to trend on social media, isn't just a winter thing.

Arnold Schwarzenegger recently revealed he had pacemaker surgery. From equipment to activities to avoid, here’s what to expect with the device.

April is esophageal cancer awareness month.  Screening isn’t common for this cancer, so experts say it’s important to watch for symptoms, which can mimic heartburn.

New federal data show nearly 108,000 people died of an overdose in 2022. That's up slightly from 2021.

Something to consider on World Oral Health Day (March 20): the mouth is the gateway to the body.

Cardiac arrest isn't just a problem men experience. Nearly half of all cases involve women who may not realize they're in trouble. 

Though not everyone is sold on it, the carnivore diet has produced results for some.

Bronny James is back on the basketball court after experiencing a congenital heart defect, a condition that many times develops in pregnancy and goes undetected. 

People with diabetes are at a greater risk for heart disease and related issues.

Pink noise is the answer to white noise while we slumber, says one OSF cardiologist.

Many people don’t want to talk about vein issues because they don’t know about the range of treatment, says one OSF surgeon.

Women – specifically those 80 and up – may be unaware of stroke risk factors that greatly impact them.

Radiation treatment for cancer has come a long way, making things safer and more convenient.

There’s a lot more to it than just grabbing every “reduced fat” item off the grocery store shelf.

Summer news about cancer risk from aspartame shouldn’t be what deters you from diet soda.

What we eat on a daily basis is the biggest risk factor for developing heart disease, says one OSF cardiothoracic surgeon.

Holiday meals bring sweets in bountiful amounts. People with diabetes must closely monitor their intake of sugar and carbohydrates.

Caffeinated drinks are again in the news for their impact on your health.

Bronchiolitis is similar to bronchitis, and parents should be aware of it this winter.

An OSF provider says you should follow this season's guidance for the RSV vaccine.

After performing bystander CPR to save Lester Lindsey's Life, Shannon Walter got to reunite with the man.

During holiday eating, you may encounter reflux. It's painful and annoying in mild cases and can necessitate surgery in advanced instances.

Now is the perfect time to take stock of heart health.

Heart attack symptoms can sometimes seem like everyday pain, so it's important to know the signs and call 9-1-1 quickly.

The new trend is adding cottage cheese to your diet. Where does fad end and healthy eating begin?

OSF cardiothoracic surgeon: “When we are metabolically healthy, our bodies are properly utilizing the inputs we are giving it."

Laser ablation involves making a precise scar to reduce symptons of atrial fibrillation.