Turning Leadership into Legacy: Bill McLaughlin
Bill McLaughlin launches the Heart of New York City and Thrive’s Listen to Your Heart and Thrive campaign by sharing how he’s stepping up to shape a future for his … Read more
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Tech Executive leads year-round campaign to improve health in New York City
Bill McLaughlin named 2025-26 American Heart Association Heart of New York City Chair NEW YORK, NY, January 6, 2026 – Through the Heart of New York City campaign, Bill McLaughlin, … Read more
Chief of Cardiology funding lifesaving research and supporting community health
Chief of Cardiology funding lifesaving research and supporting community health NEW YORK, NY, November 17, 2025 – Dr. Jeffrey Bander, Chief of Cardiology at Mount Sinai West has been named … Read more
Multilingual efforts increasing access to life-saving skills across New York City
American Heart Association expands CPR access with community outreach and culturally relevant training The American Heart Association has continued to cultivate relationships with community-based organizations to empower every corner of … Read more
Elevating blood pressure care in New York City’s most vulnerable communities
A collaboration between the American Heart Association and Damian Family Health Centers is advancing access and consistency in blood pressure management. High blood pressure is the leading risk factor for stroke … Read more
Breaking language barriers to build a city of lifesavers
NEW YORK, NY, October 29, 2025 — Nine out of ten people who suffer cardiac arrest outside of a hospital die — often because bystanders don’t know what to do or are afraid to help. New York City … Read more
Infor Executive Lindsey Drake to Lead 2025–26 NYC STEM Goes Red Empowerment Initiative
Drake will spearhead American Heart Association efforts to expand STEM access for young women through New York City Go Red for Women® movement NEW YORK, NY, October 23, 2025 — … Read more
American Heart Association engages 500+ at Staten Island’s HealthFest with lifesaving tools and youth programs
On September 26, the American Heart Association participated in Staten Island’s HealthFest 2025. The no-cost community event was held at Staten Island University Hospital Community Park, home of the Staten … Read more
New York City advocates rally at City Hall to push for menthol tobacco
NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 1, 2025 – On September 25, the rain did not stop advocates from the American Heart Association and Korean Community Services as they gathered at City … Read more
American Heart Association in New York City Hosts Annual Advocacy Kickoff
On Tuesday September 16, advocates joined the virtual American Heart Association Advocacy Kickoff to hear about last year’s successes and the opportunities to be involved in 2025-26. Last year, we … Read more
American Heart Association opens casting call for 2026 New York City Go Red for Women Class of Survivors
NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 15, 2025 — Nearly 45% of women over the age of 20 are living with some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD), yet most aren’t aware that … Read more
Advocating for Longer Healthier Lives in Harlem
On August 16th and 17th in Harlem, the American Heart Association met with long time advocates, strategized with community partners, and recruited new advocates to our Heart Powered grassroots network … Read more
Staying Heart-Smart During a Heat Wave
The week’s forecast is predicting extreme temperatures, and the American Heart Association urges everyone – especially those with heart conditions – to take proactive steps to stay safe and heart-smart … Read more
Working Together to Improve Community Health: Xavier Mission Receives New Refrigerator for Food Pantry
NEW YORK, NY, June 26, 2025 — In a collaborative effort to combat food insecurity and promote community health, the American Heart Association has donated a new commercial refrigerator to … Read more
Smoking is trendy again, but here is why it isn’t cool…
Whether it is a parent, grandparent, friend, or even yourself, smoking has touched us all in one way or another. If none of those are the case, then it is … Read more
American Heart Association Joins United for Child Care to Advocate for the Rights of Families in New York City
On Monday, June 16, in front of City Hall, the American Heart Association proudly stood in solidarity with New Yorkers United for Child Care at their “Father’s Day Cookout” rally. … Read more
Every Day is a Miracle Reminds Us of the Power of Community
Last week, members of the American Heart Association’s New York City team, and one of the Association’s generous donors, Rose Caiola, had the opportunity to visit Every Day is a … Read more
Legal Industry in New York City Drives Equitable Health Impact
NEW YORK, NY, March 10, 2025 — The American Heart Association’s annual celebration, Counsel for a Cause, is on the horizon. The New York City campaign is a year-round initiative … Read more