By Lauren Pino, congenital heart defect survivor. At the age of 24, I was diagnosed with an enlarged heart due to an undiagnosed and untreated congenital heart defect. The heart murmur I had since I was young turned out to be much more than I ever thought. Just one month before my wedding, I underwent
Last month we introduced you to Lara, an 11 year-old Washington, DC girl who’s become an incredible advocate for healthy eating and drinking following her own health journey. Among the many ways to help kids like Lara make healthier choices is to support the DC Council’s legislation that would make healthier beverages like water, milk,
Are you stuck in a rut with your significant other? Sometimes we get so comfortable with each other, we forget to get active! Between work, friends, family, kids and your own personal hobbies, finding time to have date nights become more of a challenge. It’s easier than you think to incorporate activity into your date
Research suggests that LGBTQ individuals face many health disparities that ultimately lead to a higher incidence of cardiovascular diseases. The American Heart Association is excited to work with community organizations to target these populations in need and help all Americans live their healthiest lives. Whitman-Walker Health in Washington, DC shares the same vision as it
It’s summer time which means it’s time for vacation! Whether you’re relaxing on the beach or adventuring in the mountains, vacations can be wonderful for our mental health. While you’re taking care of your mind, don’t forget to take care of your body too. Vacations can tempt the best of us with unhealthy meals, especially
Meet Lara. She is a healthy, outgoing and smart 11-year-old Washington, DC native who loves ballet, dancing and singing. She is also an American Heart Association ambassador and advocate for kids making healthy food and drink choices. A year ago, at a doctor’s appointment, her blood work showed that her triglyceride levels were unusually high
Governor Andrew Cuomo’s signature on the Tobacco 21 law today will help prevent a new generation from becoming hooked on tobacco products. The law makes 21 the legal sales age for all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. “By making 21 the legal sales age to purchase tobacco products, it will drive down youth use rates by
Talesha Saint-Marc, one of this year’s picks for the Union Leader’s 40 under 40, has signed on to be the Chairwoman of the 2019 Manchester Go Red for Women Luncheon on October 4 at the Manchester Country Club in Bedford, New Hampshire. Talesha is a shareholder in Bernstein Shur’s Labor & Employment and Litigation &
Too hot to cook? We totally get it! Luckily, fruits and veggies are just as good cold as they are warm. There are plenty of ways to get your favorite flavors without turning on the oven, grill, or stove. Try these no-heat healthy recipes that are sure to make your mouth water! This Simple Persian Salad features
The American Heart Association will hold its annual Eastern Connecticut Heart Walk on Sunday, September 29 at Mohegan Reservation in Uncasville. Over 1,500 supporters and survivors are expected to attend and raise funds to support cardiovascular research and education. This year, the Eastern Connecticut Heart Walk has teamed up with the Connecticut Sun to benefit