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HealthBeat Minute

Sponsored by UPMC, the HealthBeat Minute segments feature experts providing the latest health news, medical advice, and other helpful information across a wide range of specialties. The interviews air during WJAC-TV newscasts airs during the Monday 5:30 p.m. news program and several other times throughout the week.

March Feature: Stroke

A part of the UPMC Stroke Institute, the Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center at UPMC Altoona provides stroke care of the highest quality here in our community, with excellent physicians whose experience and expertise combine in a robust and innovative program. Cynthia Kenmuir, MD, PhD, a vascular neurologist with UPMC Altoona, speaks on the below topics, related to the prevention and treatment of strokes.

Signs & Symptoms of Stroke | Dr. Kenmuir

Minutes Matter in Stroke | Dr. Kenmuir

Lower Your Risk of Stroke | Dr. Kenmuir

Past Features

February Feature: Heart Health

Cardiologist | Dr. Jabbour

Atrial Fibrillation | Dr. Jabbour

TAVR Procedure | Dr. Jabbour

4 Heart Healthy Habits | Dr. Jabbour