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How One Doctor Saved a Patient’s Life – Twice
William Moulton of Ravenna received his first cardiac intervention at UH Portage, then returned five years later needing a thrombectomy.

“Arrested” Four Times
A fifty-one-year-old patient writes a book to thank the interventional cardiologist and team who saved his life at UH Portage Medical Center.

Senior Treasures 30 Years with Her Primary Care Physician
Helen Bishop, 90, has spent a third of her life with the same primary care provider, building a relationship of respect and trust between doctor and patient.

Faster Response Leads to Faster Recovery After Heart Attack
Two brothers learn the importance of seeking help right away if you suspect a heart attack after they both experience one on the same weekend.

How You Can Get Help For Your Hernia
“I’m going to give myself a hernia!” You may have said something like that as you lifted a heavy object. Although said in jest, it’s true that incorrectly lifting a heavy object can cause a hernia.

Torn ACL Threatens to Take Busy Mom Out of the Game
When Amy – runner, soccer coach and mom to three boys – experienced a complete tear of her left ACL, the orthopedic experts at UH worked around her busy schedule to get her up and running again.

New Migraine Med Is Like a “Miracle” for 58-Year-Old Ravenna Woman
For Janet Hintz, 58, migraines had become a way of life, since her first one at the age of 14. In October 2020, one of Janet's headaches led to a major scare.

Why Your First Prenatal Visit Is So Important
Whether you’re having your first baby or your fifth, each pregnancy is unique. Here’s what to expect.

Study Aims To Solve Special Problem for COVID-19 Patients With Diabetes
As many as 20 percent of COVID-19 patients being treated in the ICU may have diabetes, according to recent studies, making management of their glucose levels a vital concern.

How Coffee Can Help Keep Your Brain Healthy
A study shows that 64 percent of Americans drink coffee daily. Does all that caffeine harm your brain?

Ladies: Get Started on the Path to Your Best Possible Health
Single, married, a mother or not: if you’re a female, you have unique health and wellness needs. Learn which tests and screenings can help you maintain your health.

How Hearing Loss is Linked to Dementia
You might think that a hearing loss is a fairly minor part of aging, but recent research has show that the ability to hear plays a significant role in maintaining brain health.

Former Personal Trainer Feeling Better as She Recovers From Stroke
Aided by physical therapy, rehab, patience and positivity, a former personal trainer/body builder is on the road to healing after having two strokes.