The 2024 chair of the Boston Heart Walk is turning to social media to rally the Greater Boston community for this year’s event. In two new videos, Scott Daley, general … Read more

WCVB Channel 5 Boston weekend evening anchor Jennifer Peñate will serve as the emcee for the 2024 Boston Heart Walk, taking place on Saturday, Oct. 26, on Boston Common. The … Read more

A Franklin, Mass., elementary school student has punched his ticket to one of the biggest sporting events in the world, thanks to a nationwide American Heart Association initiative promoting lifesaving … Read more

In a move to enhance community safety, the American Heart Association has teamed with Madison Park Development Corporation to install an automatic external defibrillator (AED) at Hibernian Hall in Roxbury. … Read more

Greater Boston churchgoers are getting a boost to their health thanks to a new initiative from the American Heart Association called “Have Faith in Heart.” The Association is working with … Read more

North Attleborough Middle School has been named the nation’s top American Heart Challenge school, raising an impressive $64,000 for the American Heart Association’s fight against cardiovascular disease. The school was … Read more

Two studies have uncovered alarming trends in blood pressure among younger populations in the United States. In a segment with CBS Boston anchor David Wade, health reporter Dr. Mallika Marshall … Read more

As temperatures rise, so does the risk of heart-related fatalities, experts warn. A recent report by NBC Boston highlights the deadly link between extreme heat and cardiovascular deaths, sounding alarms … Read more

The American Heart Association’s message about the dangers of extreme heat for heart patients reached the Greater Boston audience through a recent WBUR article written by Martha Bebinger. The piece, … Read more

In a significant push to combat the nation’s leading causes of death, 42 Massachusetts hospitals have joined an American Heart Association initiative to improve outcomes for patients with heart disease … Read more

Washington, D.C. witnessed a powerful display of grassroots advocacy recently as over 200 American Heart Association supporters converged on Capitol Hill. Their mission? To champion federal policies ensuring schools are … Read more

It’s only the first days of summer and record high temperatures are already being reported across much of the U.S. That’s prompted the American Heart Association to issue important warnings … Read more

The smells of summer have returned: sunscreen, freshly cut grass and burgers sizzling on the grill. For many families, backyard barbecues are a staple of summer dining. But often the … Read more

We’re thrilled to share that our annual Lawyers Have Heart 5K received some well-deserved attention on Boston’s airwaves this week! The event was featured on WCVB Channel 5’s popular morning … Read more

The Central Massachusetts Heart and Stroke Walk took place on Saturday, June 8, at Fitton Field in Worcester, Mass. The event saw a vibrant turnout, with several hundred participants gathering … Read more

In a poignant blend of celebration and advocacy, the American Heart Association marked its centennial anniversary on Wednesday at the Massachusetts State House, coinciding with CPR and AED Awareness Week. … Read more

At least 6 in 10 adults in an older, more diverse U.S. population could be affected by cardiovascular disease within the next 30 years, according to two new science reports. … Read more

Chrissy Gaffney, a heart disease survivor and American Heart Association volunteer, appeared on the XLO Morning Show with Jen Carter and Frank Foley today to discuss her personal journey and … Read more

The American Heart Association is working to improve the health of pregnant and postpartum women in Boston by offering free blood pressure screenings, health referrals, and educational materials at local … Read more

Tim Murray, host of Chamber Exchange, invited the American Heart Association to talk about the Central Massachusetts Heart and Stroke Walk and the organization’s 100th birthday this week. Joining Murray … Read more

Off-duty firefighters saved a man’s life during a hockey game in Pembroke recently, according to the Boston Globe. The incident occurred on May 19, when the man, who was playing … Read more

The 2024 Boston Heart and Stroke Ball brought hearts together to save lives and strive for equitable health for everyone living in Greater Boston on Saturday, May 4, at the … Read more

In an effort to combat heart disease and stroke, the American Heart Association launched a new radio ad campaign on WXLO, a popular station in the Worcester area, to raise … Read more

The Boston Heart and Stroke Ball, held Saturday, May 4, at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, celebrated a recent and significant public policy victory championed by the American … Read more

Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in Central Massachusetts, and Jay Cyr, senior vice president for peri-operative and procedural services at UMass Memorial Medical Center, is working with … Read more

Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” is not only making waves in the music industry but also in the realm of life-saving techniques. The title track from Swift’s … Read more

Short bursts of anger may temporarily damage the ability of blood vessels to properly dilate, a function believed to be pivotal in preventing arteries from hardening, new research suggests. The … Read more

In July 2020, Jessica Charron’s life took an unexpected turn when she started feeling what she initially thought were just chills and tingling sensations. Little did she know, these seemingly … Read more

The American Heart Association proudly recognized three exceptional individuals for their outstanding contributions to the health and well-being of the region at the recent Central Massachusetts Heart and Stroke Ball. … Read more

The American Heart Association will present the 2024 Paul Dudley White Award to Dr. Robert E. Gerszten in recognition of his contributions to the field of cardiovascular medicine and outstanding … Read more

Losing an extra hour of sleep may not be the worst thing that could happen when you “spring forward” at the start of daylight saving time. According to the American … Read more

The American Heart Association announced today that Michael Kushnir, a partner in Nutter’s corporate and transactions department, has been named chairperson of the 2024 Lawyers Have Heart 5K, which will … Read more

Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in Greater Boston, and Scott Daley, general manager of Reebok’s U.S. business, is working with the American Heart Association, a global force … Read more

Using cannabis – either by smoking, eating or vaping it – may raise the risk for heart attacks and strokes, new research suggests. Survey respondents who said they use cannabis, … Read more

In a world where every second counts, knowledge truly is power. And when it comes to saving lives, nothing can be more empowering than knowing how to perform CPR. This … Read more

This week on the Carrigan & Company podcast, heart disease survivor Saraa Basaria opened up about her journey with heart failure. Diagnosed at just 34, Basaria recounted to host Kim … Read more

In a special segment aired during American Heart Month, Allyson Perron Drag, the government relations lead for the American Heart Association in Massachusetts, appeared on 22News. Interviewed by evening anchor … Read more

At the Massachusetts State House this week, State Senate President Karen Spilka shared her story of survival and encouraged others to take their health seriously. Spilka’s remarks came during an … Read more

Dozens of lawmakers gathered at the Massachusetts State House on Wednesday wearing red attire to raise awareness of heart disease in women, in solidarity with the American Heart Association’s Go … Read more

Combining brain stimulation with intense physical rehabilitation helped stroke survivors recover movement in their arms and hands and maintain these improvements for one year, according to a study presented at … Read more

At just 18 years old, Kylie Lough, of North Andover, had a stroke that left her unable to walk for days. Doctors say it happened because of an undiagnosed condition … Read more

Black women who develop high blood pressure before age 35 and are on medication for hypertension may have triple the odds of having a stroke, and those who develop high … Read more

WCVB News Channel 5’s CityLine program took a deep dive into the intersection of racism and heart disease, shedding light on the alarming disparities faced by Black women in particular. … Read more

In December, a Reading man survived a cardiac arrest after collapsing at an ice rink due to the swift action of the rink’s employees. That man, James Liston, pulled through … Read more

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, responsible for one in every five deaths. Yet, there are ways women can lower their risk, including exercise. 22News reporter … Read more

On Wear Red Day, WCVB Channel 5 Boston took a deep dive into the critical issue of cardiovascular health for women, interviewing Dr. Ali Raja of Massachusetts General Hospital. During … Read more

In an interview on National Wear Red Day with WCVB News Channel 5, Dr. Megan Wasfy, a cardiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, shed light on a concerning statistic: nearly 45% … Read more

On National Wear Red Day, which aims to raise awareness about heart disease in women, Brigham and Women’s Hospital cardiologist Dr. Michelle O’Donoghue sat down with Elizabeth Hopkins of Boston … Read more

BOSTON — The American Heart Association invites the Boston legal community to join the Lawyers Have Heart campaign for an insightful event addressing mental health challenges within the legal profession. … Read more

The American Heart Association announced today that Michele Tantillo Sinopoli, MD, MBA, FACOG, chief medical officer for both Saint Vincent Hospital and MetroWest Medical Center, will chair the 2024 Central … Read more

A physician-scientist from Massachusetts researching whether chemicals naturally occurring in foods could help treat heart disease is among the most recent American Heart Association Merit Award recipients. Over the next … Read more

A local man who suffered a cardiac arrest while skating at the Burbank Ice Arena in Reading last month was reunited with the heroes who played a key role in … Read more

Clearing sidewalks and driveways of snow may be essential to keep from being shut in, however, the American Heart Association urges caution when picking up that shovel or even starting … Read more

As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s only natural to reflect on the year that was – a year that brought forth challenges, triumphs, and a collective yearning for knowledge, … Read more

Middle-aged and older heterosexual men and women may be more likely to have high blood pressure if their spouse or partner has it, too, according to a large international study. … Read more

Millions of people with normal blood pressure may be misclassified as having blood pressure that is too high because of improper positioning when measurements are taken, new research suggests. Boston … Read more

Keeping the right compression rate during CPR can be tricky for those without the right know-how. But fear not, Queen Bey is here to help. The rhythmic magic of  her … Read more

In the spirit of giving and just in time for Giving Tuesday, the American Heart Association has been prominently featured in the New England Gives Philanthropy Guide 2023, a special … Read more

Reducing daily sodium intake by around 4,000 mg/day significantly lowered systolic blood pressure in more than 70% of adults, ages 50 to 75, in as little as one week compared … Read more

Dr. Pradeep Natarajan, a researcher from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, received the 2023 Joseph A. Vita Award from the American Heart Association at Scientific Sessions 2023 in … Read more

The Boston Globe reported on two American Heart Association studies this week highlighting potential adverse health effects of daily marijuana use, including an increased risk of heart failure, stroke, or … Read more

The American Heart Association recognized Dr. Marc A. Pfeffer with the prestigious Eugene Braunwald Academic Mentorship Award during its Scientific Sessions 2023 in Philadelphia on Sunday. This annual award celebrates … Read more

The American Heart Association announced today that Eric Green, a local biotechnology executive, will chair the 2024 The Heart of Boston campaign, which culminates in a celebration at the Boston … Read more

Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, globally about one in four adults over the age of 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. Yet, most … Read more