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Tuesday, April 02, 2013  A new minimally invasive aortic valve replacement surgery is sending patients home from the hospital with a shorter recovery time than traditional surgery.

Friday, February 01, 2013  National statistics show coronary heart disease continues to take its toll on women and men with one in three Americans falling victim to the silent killer.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012  UpNorthLive's Facebook fans voted to hear more about a Heart Health Expo for women.

Monday, February 13, 2012  It's that time of year when people take advantage of the ski trails, but it's also the time of year when women's heart health is recognized.  At Timber Ridge Resort in Traverse City, organizers are gearing up for what's known as the Healthy Heart Benefit Tour.

Tuesday, February 07, 2012  February is heart disease awareness month for women, so every Tuesday, 7&4 News is highlighting what you need to know to beat the odds and stay healthy.  Tonight we meet one woman who is heart attack survivor and is encouraging other women to get screened for the number killer.

Tuesday, September 20, 2011  Outpatient clinics are critical to rural areas in northern Michigan.  In this week's Your Health Matters we meet one man who relies on his local clinic for his heart health.

Monday, September 12, 2011  A ribbon cutting ceremony will celebrate the completion of Munson Healthcare's Heart Center in Traverse City.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011  Each year, more than 100,000 Americans receive help recovering from heart attacks or heart surgery through cardiac rehabilitation.

Thursday, January 27, 2011  Strap up your cross country skis!

Tuesday, November 09, 2010  It might seem like common sense, but regular exercise is one way to prevent heart disease. One woman is trying to spread a healthy message and trying to get Northern Michigan moving.