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Guest Post: Pregnancy puts stress on the heart—and it doesn’t stop at delivery by Dr. Catherine Weinberg

Experiencing a pregnancy means experiencing a change in your heart. Yes, it’s going to expand with anticipation and love about the adventure that awaits. Pregnancy can also put your heart at risk for physical complications. Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of pregnancy complications, some of which can lead to lifelong heart concerns.

hidden Bronx high school trains the next generation of CPR heroes thank to American Heart Association gift

Bronx high school trains the next generation of CPR heroes thank to American Heart Association gift

As a physical education teacher at Crotona International High School in the Bronx, Milagros Figueroa’s lessons often echo the principles of the American Heart Association, educating young people on how to create healthy habits that will propel them into a lifetime of excellent heart health. On Tuesday, December 6, 2022, Ms. Figueroa’s class learned another

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Farmstand Aims to Make the Bronx the Healthy Destination in NYC

Monica Tomlinson Francois, 66, a Bronx native, is a regular at the Morris Heights Farmstand at the northeast corner of University Avenue and Burnside Avenue. She visits the market every Wednesday with her daughter to purchase fresh produce. Broccoli, beets and cauliflower are their favorites. On Wednesday, October 12, Tomlinson Francois’ visit to the market

hidden CPR Heroes: Engel Family Shares CPR Story on FOX 5 NY

CPR Heroes: Engel Family Shares CPR Story on FOX 5 NY

In April 2022, Robert Engel collapsed in the driveway of his Long Island home. His youngest daughter, Madison, saw him fall and immediately took action. She called 9-1-1 and began performing Hands-only CPR, ultimately saving his life. They told their story on October 14, 2022 on FOX 5 Good Day New York:

hidden New gifts empower $32 million total investment in sustainable health equity solutions

New gifts empower $32 million total investment in sustainable health equity solutions

American Heart Association’s Social Impact Funds aim to improve health disparities in under-resourced communities Where you live should not determine how long you live, yet research indicates that Americans continue to suffer and die needlessly . The American Heart Association and like-minded donors are taking bold actions to combat barriers preventing access to equitable health

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NYC Marathon: Meet Team Heart & Stroke 2022

The American Heart Association, the nation’s leading nonprofit in heart health, is proud to announce a return to one of the most popular events in the city, the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon. This year, runners and fundraisers from across the country have once again dedicated their time and sweat to help advance the