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Can Stem Cells Rebuild a Damaged Heart?
The adult heart has very little ability to replace muscle cells lost after a heart attack. Instead, it heals by forming scar tissue, reducing its pumping strength and often beginning a progressive decline toward heart failure. In this program, Charles Murry, MD, PhD, of the Keck School of Medicine of USC, discusses how he is…
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Improving Heart Health: What You Should Know About Lipid Management
Heart disease remains a leading cause of death–but as UCSF’s Dr. Robert Baron explains, there are clear and effective ways to lower the risk. In a recent presentation, Baron shares the latest evidence on lipid management, emphasizing statins as a cornerstone for preventing heart attacks and strokes. For people with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or…
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When Should You Seek Medical Care?
Knowing when to seek medical care can save your life but how can you tell if your complaint is best ignored or worth a trip to the doctor? Googling your symptoms can amplify concerns rather than ameliorate them but often common complaints are not a cause for worry. This series features leaders in their field…