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Patient Stories

Carson’s Story

Teen back on the football field two months after life-threatening stroke
Dr. Joshua Murphy and patient Carson Cathey
Heart Health

Cardiologists Recommend COVID-19 Vaccine for Heart Patients

Doctors say the vaccine can help prevent further heart and health complications
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Patient Stories

Lee's Story

A patient with a fighting spirit, and a team of Rush heart experts, tackles advanced heart disease
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Patient Stories

Reggie's Story

Advanced treatment helps a young man with heart failure lead a full life while awaiting a heart transplant
Rush VAD Patient Reggie McMillan and Family
Patient Stories

Christine's Story

How Rush's Advanced Lipid Clinic is saving her life
Rush patient Christine Morrisey
Heart Health

All About Cholesterol

It’s important to get a cholesterol test at least every five years
Cholesterol Facts
Heart Health

9 Things Cardiologists Do for Their Own Hearts

Experts share their own heart-healthy habits.
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Patient Stories

Neesie’s Story

Surviving a heart attack during the COVID-19 pandemic
Rush Patient Neesie Lampman and Cardiologist Anupama Rao, MD
Heart Health

Get Your Heart Back in Shape

How to make a healthy heart your new normal as the COVID-19 pandemic continues
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Patient Stories

Gary's Story

A ‘sale’ on heart scans turned out to be a ‘lifesaver’
Gary Des Lauriers