A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a common birth defect that makes you more likely to have a stroke. Watch Scott Lim, MD, talk about PFO closure and how it improve the lives of young people following their first stroke.
Luis Soler Rivera (Page 5)
Luis Soler Rivera cut his teeth writing for the medical field working on educational content and CME cases for WebMD and Medscape. A transplant from the Northeast, Luis enjoys music, art and reading in addition to writing.
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PFO Closure: A Total(ish) Repair of the Heart
Behind the Badge: Elizabeth Beasley, Community Relations Lead
Elizabeth Beasley, community relations lead at the UVA Health System, connects the HS and team members with local community health opportunities.
Heartburn or Heart Attack? When to Sound the Alarm
Heartburn is a very common condition that, in some people, can also be a sign of a heart attack. How do you know if it's just heartburn or heart attack?
Eating Laundry Detergent Pods: Health Threat or Internet Shenanigans?
Reports of laundry pod ingestions, such as Tide Pods, have been in the news lately. The Blue Ridge Poison Center weighs in on this phenomenon.
From Heartburn to GERD: Keeping Stomach Acid in Check
About 42 percent of Americans experience heartburn at some point. What exactly is it? We spoke with Bryan Sauer, MD, about this common ailment.
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