Stories of Care & Discovery

Heart Attacks, Heart Failure, Stroke: COVID-19’s Dangerous Cardio Complications

Heart Attacks, Heart Failure, Stroke: COVID-19’s Dangerous Cardio Complications

UVA emergency room doctors are highlighting the virus’s underappreciated risks and potential drug interactions.

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Heart Attacks, Heart Failure, Stroke: COVID-19’s Dangerous Cardio Complications
UVA Discovers Why Obesity Causes High Blood Pressure – and Potential Ways to Stop It

UVA Discovers Why Obesity Causes High Blood Pressure – and Potential Ways to Stop It

Using innovative lab techniques, researchers identified the cellular mechanisms that increase blood pressure in obesity.

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UVA Discovers Why Obesity Causes High Blood Pressure – and Potential Ways to Stop It
First-Year Lab Experience Gave This Student the Confidence to Aim for a Ph.D.

First-Year Lab Experience Gave This Student the Confidence to Aim for a PhD

Rita Anane-Wae arrived at UVA wary of pursuing biomedical engineering. But then she met a mentor, landed a research grant – and fell in love with her work.

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First-Year Lab Experience Gave This Student the Confidence to Aim for a Ph.D.
Evelyn & Frank: From Signs of Heart Failure to a Remarkable Recovery

Evelyn & Frank: From Signs of Heart Failure to a Remarkable Recovery

Evelyn Walton's first signs of heart failure were noticed immediately. Her tough spirit, combined with UVA's expert care team, led to a remarkable recovery.

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Evelyn & Frank: From Signs of Heart Failure to a Remarkable Recovery
Dr. Zudner and Dr. McNamara from UVA Engineering and UVA Medicine team up for a breakthrough new diagnostic tool.

Engineering and Medicine Team Up to Develop New Diagnostic Tool