American Heart Association’s STEM Goes Red, part of its Go Red for Women® movement, introduces students to careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and connects students with female … Read more
National Wear Red Day is 2/6 and the NH Go Red for Women Luncheon is 2/12 in Concord Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women in … Read more
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women in the United States.[1] On Friday, February 6, National Wear Red Day®, people and landmarks across the nation will … Read more
The 2026 Maine Go Red for Women Luncheon will take place on Thursday, March 19from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn By The Bay in Portland. The format is … Read more
The American Heart Association’s® Woman of Impact™ nominees champion heart health through Go Red for Women® fundraising and philanthropy initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the No. 1 killer of women.[1] … Read more
New Hampshire cardiologist shares lifesaving tips The winter holidays can turn deadly as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at … Read more
The American Heart Association urges people to be aware of and reduce risks for deadly ‘holiday heart attacks’ The winter holidays can turn deadly as research shows that more people … Read more
The American Heart Association’s® Woman of Impact™ nominees champion heart health through Go Red for Women® fundraising and philanthropy initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the No. 1 killer of women.[1] … Read more
Superintendents support critical work to improve student well-being through the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Superintendent Council Superintendents across the Northeast region are working with the American Heart Association to … Read more
Marco Diaz, MD, chair, Department of Cardiac Services at Maine Medical Center and chief of MaineHealth’s Cardiovascular Service Line, will lead the charge as the 2026 Maine Heart Walk Chair. … Read more
Matthew Gibb, MD, to lead American Heart Association’s 2026 Go Red for Women initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women[1] in New Hampshire and across … Read more
World Stroke Day is celebrated globally on October 29. This year the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is highlighting the importance of acting F.A.S.T. and … Read more
World Stroke Day is celebrated globally on October 29. This year the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is highlighting the importance of acting F.A.S.T. and … Read more
American Heart Association funds support physical activity at Greene Central School Only 1 in 4 children in the U.S. gets the recommended amount of daily physical activity, and approximately 1 … Read more
Denise McDonough to chair Maine’s Go Red for Women initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women[1] in Maine and across the United States. Despite the … Read more
American Heart Association funds support student and faculty well-being at Derry school With physical inactivity and mental health challenges on the rise among youth, a Derry school is taking action … Read more
Ashley Ricker of Falmouth recently joined the American Heart Association staff as Maine’s school engagement director. In her role, she will assist schools throughout the state with implementing the Association’s … Read more
As the American Heart Association in New Hampshire begins its 2025–2026 fiscal year, it does so with a passionate team of volunteers committed to advancing its mission: to be a … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care Thirteen hospitals in New Hampshire are among the … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care Ten hospitals in Maine are among the 4,800 … Read more
By Jane Martina, Adult & Information Services Librarian, Hooksett Public Library With no senior center in Hooksett, the library plays a vital role in supporting our older residents. When Caitlin … Read more
American Heart Association’s 9th annual “Purse-onality” event is September 10th The American Heart Association in Maine will hold its 9th annual Go Red for Women “Purse-onality” event on Wednesday, September … Read more
A Measured Step Toward Better Health: American Heart Association and Northern Light Health Deliver 64 BP Cuffs to Greater Portland Health In Maine, close to 32% of all adults suffer … Read more
The American Heart Association in Maine is entering its 2025-26 fiscal year with dedicated volunteers who will lead the organization’s local team in pursuit of its mission, to be a … Read more
How local advocates made a difference this legislative session and how you can get involved I am proud to share with you the American Heart Association’s latest policy and advocacy … Read more
Legislature unanimously supported passage of bill, urge Governor Ayotte to sign into law Cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death for student athletes associated with participation in school athletic … Read more
Rural areas often have blood pressure rates that are higher than the state’s average Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, but many are not aware they have … Read more
The American Heart Association applauds the plan to protect public health and support tobacco prevention The American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, issued the following … Read more
New program helps Granite Staters combat high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke They’ve always been a resource center for the community, and a new … Read more
Portland, Maine, May 9, 2025 — The American Heart Association, the worldwide leader in resuscitation science and education, is adding lifesavers to the chain of survival by teaming up with … Read more
The American Stroke Association urges everyone to know warning signs F.A.S.T. and take steps to prevent stroke Every year, approximately 800,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke[1], however, as … Read more
By Drew McMullin My heart journey began in early 2015, but really, it began much earlier. I am the child of two families with significant heart and other health concerns, … Read more
Help the American Heart Association in New Hampshire fund lifesaving research and education by attending the “Heart of the Seacoast” Heart Ball on Saturday, April 5th from 6:30pm until 9:30pm … Read more
The American Heart Association in Maine recently hired Whitney Parrish Perry of Augusta as Maine’s Government Relations Director. Perry comes to the Association with a strong background in lobbying, coalition … Read more
On February 25, the American Heart Association participated in the annual Maine Heart at the Capitol 2025 in Augusta, Maine. The event brought together fifty passionate advocates, legislators, and members … Read more
For more than two decades, the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign has raised awareness about women’s greatest health threat – cardiovascular disease. The 18th annual Maine Go … Read more
In October of 2023, then 42-year-old Angela Coates of Casco fainted after going out with friends. She attributed the fainting spell to not eating and drinking enough that evening. She … Read more
For more than two decades, the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign has raised awareness about women’s greatest health threat – cardiovascular disease – which claims the lives … Read more
Written by Margaret Greenberg, Hartland, Maine On the Friday of Memorial Day weekend, 2021, I was feeling exhausted. For six months I had been working twelve plus hours a day, researching … Read more
Wade mobilizes local corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers Tim Wade, New Hampshire Regional President of M&T Bank, will lead the charge as the 2025 New Hampshire Heart Walk … Read more
Cook mobilizes Greater Portland’s corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers Andrew Cook, Senior Vice President & Maine Market Leader of Mascoma Bank, will lead the charge as the 2025 … Read more
World Stroke Day is celebrated globally on October 29th. This year the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is highlighting the importance of acting F.A.S.T. and … Read more
World Stroke Day is celebrated globally on October 29th. This year the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is highlighting the importance of acting F.A.S.T. and … Read more
Written by Dave Johnson A year ago, just before my stroke I had a great job that involved managing people, closing deals and traveling the United States. I was out … Read more
This story was published on Her View From Home. Original blog post here. September 2, 2023 was one of the more beautiful days of the slipping away New Hampshire summer. … Read more
The American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service in 2024, has selected a 5th grader at Coastal Ridge Elementary School in York to serve as a volunteer Maine … Read more
Jennifer McAninch of Weare recently joined the American Heart Association staff as New Hampshire’s school engagement director. In her role, she will assist schools throughout the state with implementing the … Read more
The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, announces Jeannie Bolger, Ambulatory Director of Nursing with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, … Read more
The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, announces Kelly Elkins, Chief Operating Officer with MaineHealth, as the community volunteer … Read more
As kids head back to the classrooms, it’s important to recognize how young people spend their free time could impact their heart health. Too much screen time and unhealthy on-the-go … Read more
The American Heart Association in Maine will hold its 8th annual Go Red for Women “Purse-onality” event on Wednesday, September 25th at the Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport. The event features … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care Eleven hospitals in New Hampshire are among the … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care Nine hospitals in Maine are among the more … Read more
The American Heart Association in New Hampshire is entering its 2024-25 fiscal year with dedicated volunteers who will lead the organization’s local team in pursuit of its mission, to be … Read more
The American Heart Association in Maine is entering its 2024-25 fiscal year with dedicated volunteers who will lead the organization’s local team in pursuit of its mission, to be a … Read more
Denney shares heroic battle with heart disease to 300 people at the June 2nd event in Manchester Written by Ella Denney At 15 years old, I began experiencing palpitations and … Read more
Emily Knight, RN, of Strafford joined the American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service as the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, and … Read more