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UTMB is redefining what it means for Texans to live long, healthy lives

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Where the Heart Tells its Story at UTMB

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New AI-driven early detection tool leads to diagnosis of cardiac disease

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Don’t miss these subtle heart rhythm symptoms, according to UTMB Health experts

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Myths about Atrial Fibrillation or ‘AFib’

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UTMB establishes Sealy Heart and Vascular Institute, building a center for cardiovascular excellence

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UTMB Health Friendswood clinic moves, expands to offer more primary, specialty care services

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Women's heart health - a conversation with Houston Moms

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Awareness - the key to unlocking a woman's heart health

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UTMB Health Clear Lake earns reaccreditation from American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center

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UTMB recognized with specialty excellence clinical achievements from Healthgrades

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Serious artery blockages kept active 88-year-old from enjoying life

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UTMB debuts new heart ablation technology

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Heart health during & after pregnancy: What women need to know

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What Women Need to Know About Heart Disease

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How UTMB Health is combating the rising cardiovascular maternal mortality rate

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What is Hands Only CPR?

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Cardiac Arrest - What you need to know

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Changing the narrative of women’s care

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Living with Heart Failure

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