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hidden Wegmans and the American Heart Association teaming up to save lives through CPR

Wegmans and the American Heart Association teaming up to save lives through CPR

April 26, 2023 kristy.smorol

With nearly 3 out of 4 cardiac arrests outside of the hospital occurring in homes, knowing how to perform CPR is critically important[1]. CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double


hidden After dying at work, a North Country woman is sharing her story

After dying at work, a North Country woman is sharing her story

March 20, 2023April 4, 2023 kristy.smorol

Cortney Richter says she’s well-known at Samaritan Medical Center, the Watertown, NY hospital where she works. “I died on the pharmacy floor, so I’m famous.” she says. In November of


hidden Apalachin 5th graders raising money in memory of family honored as top fundraisers at Kids Heart Challenge event

Apalachin 5th graders raising money in memory of family honored as top fundraisers at Kids Heart Challenge event

March 9, 2023 kristy.smorol

Apalachin Elementary School students got active and celebrated an important cause during a fun ceremony on Thursday. The American Heart Association and Apalachin Elementary are working together to make whole-body


hidden CommuniTEA Conversation celebrates Black History Month in Syracuse

CommuniTEA Conversation celebrates Black History Month in Syracuse

February 24, 2023 kristy.smorol

Black History Month is an opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history. During Black History Month and in conjunction


hidden Binghamton University researcher receives American Heart Association funding

Binghamton University researcher receives American Heart Association funding

January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 kristy.smorol

Thanks to funding from the American Heart Association, one Southern Tier student is studying the heart in a unique way. Natalie Weiss, a graduate student at Binghamton University, received a


hidden Check It! Challenge could lead to lower risk of heart disease and stroke in New York State

Check It! Challenge could lead to lower risk of heart disease and stroke in New York State

December 21, 2022 kristy.smorol

A program giving New Yorkers a chance to help control a silent killer is back.  The American Heart Association is now recruiting participants for the Check It! Challenge. The challenge


hidden North Country woman recognized for healthy lifestyle

North Country woman recognized for healthy lifestyle

December 16, 2022 kristy.smorol

In a surprise presentation, the American Heart Association and Excellus BlueCross BlueShield honored a Watertown woman for setting an example and inspiring others with healthy habits.  Christine Netto, of Watertown,


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One Brave Idea five years later

November 6, 2022 kristy.smorol

Five years ago, a team in Boston set out to design a different way of thinking about research. Calum MacRae, MD, PhD, vice chair for scientific innovation and former chief


hidden Scientific Session opens with a focus on public health

Scientific Session opens with a focus on public health

November 5, 2022 kristy.smorol

The opening day of our 95th annual meeting set the pace for the rest of the weekend, discussing lessons learned and urgent challenges facing worldwide cardiovascular health. Saturday’s Opening Session,


hidden Community Impact Grants to help improve health in Corning and Steuben County

Community Impact Grants to help improve health in Corning and Steuben County

October 26, 2022 kristy.smorol

The American Heart Association is helping local organizations improve the health of Corning and Steuben County. Applications are now open for Community Impact Grants. These grants, made possible by the


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