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Month: May 2019

Purse-onality” Event on June 26 in Kennebunkport to benefit American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women Campaign

May 31, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

The American Heart Association in Maine will hold its 3rd annual Go Red “Purse-onality” event on Wednesday, June 26 at the Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport from 5-7 PM. This event … Read more

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Retired library director, chief of cardiology part of 5K training program

May 31, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Everyone in the Healthy For Good 5K Training Program had their own reason for wanting to run the 5K in the Sunday, June 2, Capital Region Heart Walk and Run. … Read more

Categories Capital Region, New York

Central Mass. schools implement lifesaving training

May 30, 2019 by

WORCESTER – Would you know what to do if you witnessed a cardiac emergency?  Only about 46 percent of people who experience an out of hospital cardiac arrest receive the immediate … Read more

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The New Hampshire Heart Walk Is Two Days Away!

May 30, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Are you ready to walk? A healthy lifestyle is our best weapon against heart disease and stroke – the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers. At the New Hampshire … Read more

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American Heart Association Applauds Passage of Three Bills in NYC

May 29, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Effective Physical Education and safer street guidelines will improve health equity For immediate release The American Heart Association applauds the New York City Council on passing important legislation to help … Read more

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American Stroke Association shares seven habits to prevent stroke

May 24, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

During May, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is celebrating American Stroke Month. To mark the occasion, the association is sharing seven habits to help … Read more

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Focus Technology Solutions CEO to chair 2019 Boston Heart Walk

May 17, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that Doug Alexander, CEO of Focus Technology Solutions in Burlington, will chair the 2019 Boston Heart Walk. Alexander, who co-chaired the 2018 … Read more

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Tickets Still Available for Westchester Go Red for Women Luncheon

May 17, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Tickets are still available for the May 31st Westchester Go Red for Women Luncheon at the Hilton Westchester. The event features morning education sessions, health and wellness expo, inspiring survivor … Read more

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American Heart Association and Aetna bring Teaching Gardens to Mission Hill

May 16, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

The American Heart Association is taking a new approach in the fight against childhood obesity, with help from the Aetna Foundation, by planting community vegetables gardens in Boston. On Thursday, … Read more

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Finding My Why

May 16, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Guest Blog by Mike Ramshaw I have struggled with weight loss throughout my entire adult life.  I would gain weight, lose it, and then put even more back on.  I … Read more

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Worcester survivor honored with Heart Hero Award

May 15, 2019 by

WORCESTER – The American Heart Association recognized a local survivor and volunteer with the Heart Hero Award at the 2019 Central Massachusetts Heart and Stroke Walk. on Saturday, March 11 … Read more

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Maryland Children are Breathing Easier Thanks to Governor Hogan and the General Assembly

May 13, 2019 by

The Maryland Tobacco Free Coalition which includes the American Heart Association (AHA), American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN),  American Lung Association (ALA), Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids, and … Read more

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American Heart Association Partners with New Grocery Store in Richmond Food Desert

May 10, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Filling a void for a full-service grocery in Richmond’s East End, the highly anticipated The Market @ 25th opened its doors to happy customers on April 29th. The Market @ … Read more

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Why I’m running for the American Heart Association: For My Mom

May 10, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

By Matt Lindner The call that completely turned my world upside down came when I was at a bar in Chicago after a playoff hockey game. “Matt,” my sister said, … Read more

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The American Heart Association’s Annual Hamptons Heart Ball Returns for its 23nd Year

May 10, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Event to Take Place on Saturday, June 22, 2019 Summer is fast approaching, and the Hamptons are the place to be this event season. An event that will once again … Read more

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Register Today for Fairfield County Heart Walk & 5K Run

May 9, 2019 by shannon

Online registration is open for the 2019 Fairfield County Heart Walk and 5K Run at www.fairfieldcountyheartwalk.org. The event is set for Sunday, May 19th at Sherwood Island State Park in … Read more

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TriCounty Heart Walk Celebrates 25 Years of Survivors

May 9, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

Despite the rainy weather, hundreds of local residents came out to participate in the TriCounty Heart Walk on Sunday, May 5th at Harriman State Park to support the programs and … Read more

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Heart Survivor Celebrates Fifth “Birthday”

May 6, 2019 by shannon

On May 11, Leigh Pechillo will celebrate her 5th birthday. Five years since her life began, or should we say…began again. She will celebrate by teaching as many people as … Read more

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May is American Stroke Month – 7 Habits to Prevent Stroke

May 2, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

During May, American Stroke Month, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, the world’s largest voluntary health organization fighting heart disease and stroke, shares seven habits … Read more

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May is American Stroke Month: Maine Survivors Share Their Stories

May 1, 2019 by cristine.walton@heart.org

During American Stroke Month in May, the American Stroke Association is encouraging Mainers to join together to end one of the leading causes of death and preventable disability in the … Read more

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