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 Nick Aresco, Perron Drag emphasized the significance of ongoing legislative efforts in Massachusetts aimed at improving cardiovascular health.
Perron Drag also addressed the unique challenges women face regarding heart and brain health. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death among women in the United States, yet awareness and research funding have historically lagged behind other areas.
Watch the full interview here.