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A passion for survivors inspires award

July 11, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

In 2016, Joanne Donaruma Wade helped bring together the first survivor class to be featured at the Mohawk Valley Go Red for Women Luncheon. Since then, she has continued to … Read more

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Cancer diagnosed slowed heart transplant schedule

June 30, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Heart disease has played too large a role in Erica Raspante’s life. She shared her story at the May 1, 2025, Mohawk Valley Go Red for Women Luncheon so that … Read more

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Blood pressure kiosks at three community locations in the Mohawk Valley can help fight ‘the silent killer’

June 30, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

It often has no symptoms, but high blood pressure can lead to heart disease, stroke, vision loss and kidney failure. In fact, 33.8% of Mohawk Valley adults have been diagnosed … Read more

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Cardiac Emergency Response Plans legislation passes both New York houses unanimously

June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

The New York state Senate and Assembly took steps to make New York’s schools safer when they unanimously passed S.5585-A and A.785-A on Wednesday, June 11. Sponsored by state Sen. … Read more

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15-year-old Heart Hero will share his story at the Capital Region Heart Walk

May 27, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

It’s been a busy year for Darin Vail, Heart Hero of the 2025 Capital Region Heart Walk and Run. Taking place June 8 at the University at Albany, the Heart … Read more

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Heart Walk chair has particular reason to lead the event this year

May 16, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Brian O’Grady, president and CEO of CDPHP, a longtime supporter of the American Heart Association, will serve as the chair of the 2025 Capital Region Heart Walk. This year’s walk … Read more

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Blood pressure kiosk lets Roarke Center clients check for ‘the silent killer’

May 8, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

May is Blood Pressure Education Month, and clients of the Roarke Center in Troy have the opportunity to know what their blood pressure is, thanks to a donation from the … Read more

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This showdown could save lives

April 17, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Every year, 356,000 people have a sudden cardiac arrest. Only 10 percent survive. The good news is that having CPR performed doubles or triples a victim’s chance of survival. That’s … Read more

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New Mom Kits help in the postpartum days

April 11, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S., or more simply put, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of new moms. But on Thursday, April … Read more

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NBT Bank executive leads Mohawk Valley’s Go Red for Women campaign

April 9, 2025March 28, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

There were two things about the Go Red for Women movement that drew Alicia Brockway, vice president, regional business banking manager at NBT Bank, to the role of chairperson of … Read more

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Clogged arteries as roads close for America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk

March 6, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

On Saturday morning, March 8, 2025, thousands of runners and walkers will participate in America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk.  The course extends from Barneveld to Utica University.  Area drivers … Read more

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Former cardiology chief at Albany’s VA hospital to receive Heart Ball award

February 3, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Cardiologist Joseph Sacco, M.D., grew up working in his family’s Rocky Hill, CT, pharmacy. When he was a student at MIT, he thought his career would be conducting science experiments … Read more

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Early registration for America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk

January 24, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

In six weeks, community members will gather for the Healthy for Good Expo on Friday, March 7, and the next day, Saturday, March 8, for America’s Greatest Heart Run & … Read more

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Capital Region’s top Leader of Impact is CDTA leader

January 16, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Steve Wacksman, Albany Transportation Superintendent at CDTA, has been named the American Heart Association Capital Region 2024 Leaders of Impact™ winner for his work driving equitable cardiovascular health in the community. … Read more

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Utica entrepreneur is logistics chair of America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk 2025

January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Anthony LaPolla, Founder and CEO of Empower Business Strategies, was part of his grandparents’ team at America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk nearly 30 years ago. In 2025, he’s returning … Read more

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American Heart Association calls on Gov. Hochul to include Cardiac Emergency Response Plans in 2025

January 14, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

The American Heart Association, a global force for longer, healthier lives, applauds Gov. Kathy Hochul’s assertion that “Your family is my fight” heard repeatedly in today’s State of the State … Read more

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Victory for New York’s children as Governor Hochul proposes funding for healthy school meals for all students

January 10, 2025 by Katherine Mccarthy

Being able to have healthy food during the school day sets children up for healthier lives. The American Heart Association has advocated in the past three state legislative sessions for … Read more

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CEO Of Hometown Healthcare chairs 2025 Capital Region Heart Ball

November 22, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

Casey Toomajian of Wynantskill was surprised to learn that he was at serious risk for heart disease, and wants to raise awareness for more people who might also be at … Read more

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Nation of Lifesavers grew at Kingston church

October 27, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

Nearly 65% of Americans don’t feel they would know what to do if someone had a sudden cardiac arrest. The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on … Read more

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Longtime Go Red emcee, health reporter to receive award at 2024 Luncheon

October 15, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

She is a health coach with a doctorate degree in bioethics; an Emmy Award-winning journalist who continues to educate the public about ways to stay healthy; a frequent keynote speaker; … Read more

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One year later, stroke survivor shares her story

September 25, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

It’s been almost a year since Jodi Hammell suffered a stroke at work, and on Nov. 14, she will share her story at the Hudson Valley Go Red for Women … Read more

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Community CPR Day will train 600 people in Hands-Only CPR

August 12, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

It’s been nearly 15 years since John Mazur was saved by CPR after suffering sudden cardiac arrest in October 2009. In that time, he has applauded his children’s graduations, traveled, … Read more

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Funded researcher leads national council

August 7, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

MMRI leader to head national council for the American Heart Association   The executive director of the Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI), Maria Kontaridis, Ph.D., became the chair of the … Read more

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Three surgeries didn’t stop Heart Hero

August 6, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

15-year-old born with congenital heart defect to throw out first pitch at Friday’s ValleyCats game Darin Vail, 2025 Heart Hero of the Capital Region Heart Walk, celebrates his 15th birthday … Read more

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Community leaders join Mohawk Valley board of American Heart Association

July 15, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

The American Heart Association, celebrating a century of profound impact on heart health and well-being, is welcoming five community leaders to its board of directors in the Mohawk Valley. The … Read more

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Former Bellevue CEO returns to chair Capital Region’s 20th anniversary Go Red for Women Luncheon

July 10, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

When the American Heart Association launched its Go Red for Women campaign, Anne Saile, then the president and CEO of Bellevue Woman’s Hospital, agreed to chair the inaugural Go Red … Read more

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Stroke Ambassador’s son recognized what was happening with his mother

July 1, 2024May 21, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy
Stroke Ambassador Wanda Feaster

The 2024 Stroke Ambassador to the Capital Region Heart Walk, Wanda Feaster, had been diagnosed with breast cancer after a persistent pain spurred her to visit the doctor. Her doctor … Read more

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12-year-old longtime advocate is Heart Hero of Capital Region Heart Walk

May 15, 2024 by Katherine Mccarthy

His volunteer work with the American Heart Association,  a global force for healthier lives for all, started in 2013, when he was just 2 years old, and he and his … Read more

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