South Asians are underrepresented in studies of cardiovascular health, yet they face greater risks of cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure. To bring this community’s health to the forefront, the … Read more
WORCESTER – The 2019 Central Massachusetts Heart Walk raises funds to save lives from this country’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers – heart disease and stroke. By participating in … Read more
Participation in sports promotes physical activity, builds self-esteem, improves social skills and motivates children to excel academically. To encourage Massachusetts students to be active and play sports, the American Heart … Read more
The American Heart Association was joined by more than 1,000 walkers at the Annual Central Massachusetts Heart Walk on Saturday, May 12, at the DCR’s Quinsigamond State Park, Lake Park … Read more
Meg Edmonston will be among thousands this April to run the 122nd Boston Marathon. While her eye will be set on the finish line of the grueling 26.2-mile race, the … Read more
Laura Hall will be among thousands this April to run the 122nd Boston Marathon. While her eye will be set on the finish line of the grueling 26.2-mile race, the … Read more
In celebration of her upcoming 10th birthday in February, Abigail of Tewksbury, decided to volunteer for the national Little Hats, Big Hearts initiative for the American Heart Association. The nationwide … Read more
We are thrilled to announce our team and look forward to the months ahead that will lead them to the finish line on Boylston Street. Over the next six months, … Read more
Tedy’s Team members took their running shoes to Arlington, Virginia, and the nation’s capital last month to participate in the historic Marine Corps Marathon. Each year, Tedy’s Team offers a … Read more
“When I got my diagnosis, it woke everyone up.” Jazz singer Theresa “TC” Eckstein was devastated when she was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure. Then 40, she was … Read more
Two weeks ago, Jeremy Woodward visited Tufts Medical Center in Boston with his wife and their three daughters. Ten years earlier, on August 4, 2007, Woodward was at that same … Read more
The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association have awarded five Community Impact Grants, totaling $125,000, to local non-profit organizations that are implementing heart-healthy, community-based programs aimed at reducing … Read more
Kim Chadwell, a stroke survivor and resident of Dracut, will be amongst thousands this April to run the 121st Boston Marathon. While her eye will be set on the finish … Read more
Weymouth resident and stroke survivor, Christopher Butts, will be amongst thousands this April to run the 121st Boston Marathon. While his eye will be set on the finish line for … Read more
On Saturday, March 25th, over 250 people are expected to gather at the American Heart Association’s Central Massachusetts Heart Ball, the organization’s premier social event. The event, which will be … Read more
By Meaghan O’Brien from Massachusetts On World Stroke Day, October 29th, I have a question for you. Do you know the signs of stroke? When I was 22 years old, I never … Read more
In less than six months, our 2017 Boston Marathon team will be crossing the finish line on Boylston Street after months of training, fundraising and raising awareness for a cause … Read more
Ned Hall, a stroke survivor and resident of Westwood, will be running the 2016 Falmouth Road Race on Tedy’s Team, led by former New England Patriots linebacker and stroke survivor, … Read more
My sister Lauren is smart, athletic, beautiful and incredibly kind. She’s always had amazing grades, spent her spare time playing sports, training for sports, reading about sports – basically anything … Read more
Summer can bring many happy memories – family vacations, summer camp, days at the shore, staying up late and watching the sun set. No matter what your summer traditions include, … Read more
We know tobacco is deadly. Without prevention policies, 103,000 Massachusetts kids alive today will die from smoking. Volunteers from across the Commonwealth gathered at the Massachusetts State House on Tuesday. They … Read more
May is American Stroke Month, and the American Heart Association | American Stroke Association want the people of Greater Boston to become stroke heroes. You don’t need superpowers to be … Read more
The American Heart Association will recognize the Devin Kravitz Memorial 5K with a Heart Hero Award at the annual Central MA Heart Walk on May 7th. The Memorial Race is … Read more
Dr. Elliott Antman and Jenny Johnson have a special message for everyone attending the Boston Heart & Stroke Ball at the InterContinental Boston on April 30.
These days, we’re spending more time at work and sitting in front of a screen than ever before. We’re becoming less active, which can increase our risk of heart disease, … Read more
Be sure to check out the ad for Pulse Party in this month’s Boston Magazine! You’ll also see ads for Pulse Party on BostonMagazine.com. Pulse Party promises to be Boston’s … Read more
The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association is pleased to announce that Patrick L. Muldoon, FACHE, President of UMass Memorial Medical Center, will serve as chair of the … Read more
Viewers of WCVB NewsCenter 5 were treated to a clip from the Go Red For Women Luncheon as part of the newscast’s Monday Wake Up Call. Luncheon emcee Emily Riemer, … Read more
This winter, Becky Sadowski crocheted for a cause near and dear: her son’s heart. Sadowski, of Fitchburg, volunteered this year for the national Little Hats, Big Hearts initiative for the … Read more
Dr. Vanessa Britto, of Wellesley College, appeared on WCVB-TV’s CityLine on Sunday, Feb. 14, to discuss heart health tips and risks for women of color. She also discussed the upcoming Boston Go Red For … Read more
The American Heart Association in Boston launched a transit advertising campaign on the MBTA on Feb. 1 to promote American Heart Month and the Go Red For Women Movement. The campaign consists … Read more
On April 30, the area’s most prominent physicians, community and business leaders will come together at the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s Annual Boston Heart & Stroke Ball … Read more
The holidays are a time to relax, sit by the fireplace and see family and friends. For members of Tedy’s Team, it’s also a time to jumpstart the training season … Read more
The Greater Boston division of the American Heart Association is currently seeking applicants for its Community Impact Grants. The organization will award $125,000 in grant funds this year to local … Read more
Family holiday traditions include trimming trees, lighting candles, and making traditional foods and sweets we know and love. But it is also a time when adults and children can overindulge. … Read more
About six years ago, as Jessica Aller was celebrating the one-year anniversary of breaking up with an ex-boyfriend, the then-24 year old Tyngsboro resident was hit with an intense wave … Read more
The American Heart Association has awarded eight Community Impact Grants totaling $125,000 to local non-profit community groups and organizations that are helping to work towards our mission of building healthier … Read more
The heart wants what the heart wants! Match.com has searched high and low to find the hottest (and healthiest) eligible trainers in America to get your heart racing. Through Sunday, … Read more
Joel Chernek was shoveling snow three years ago when he suddenly had difficulty breathing. He thought he needed to increase his blood pressure medication dosage, but that didn’t help. A … Read more
The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that Boston resident, Mike Rubino, CFO of Digital Lumens, will chair the 2015 Heart Challenge 5K Obstacle Trail Run. The 2nd annual … Read more
The American Heart Association wants families to feel they can, and are fully equipped to, make healthy choices in the home and within their everyday activities – without throwing schedules … Read more
The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that Mike Mancuso, Executive Vice President and CEO of Health Systems for Philips, will chair the 2015 Boston Heart Walk set for … Read more
Summer’s here! If your summer safety plan consists of stocking bandages, anti-bacterial spray and sunscreen, you might be missing an important lifesaving tool—CPR. If a family member, friend or infant … Read more
You can help Dad have a healthy heart by joining him in living a heart healthy lifestyle. Healthy lifestyles can help prevent heart disease and stroke, and help Dad and … Read more
The long Memorial Day weekend is sure to be filled with picnics and barbeques. Choosing healthier foods and staying active can make for a healthier Memorial Day weekend, according to … Read more
The American Heart Association will recognize Shrewsbury resident and longtime volunteer, Dawn King, with a Heart Hero Award at the annual Central MA Heart Walk on May 2nd. King is … Read more
On Saturday, May 2nd, over 500 people are expected to gather at the Annual Boston Heart Ball, the organization’s premier social event to celebrate the achievements of local physicians, philanthropists … Read more
Heart walk chair encourages Central MA to take steps to live longer, healthier lives The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that Boylston resident, Steven MacLauchlan, President and Chief … Read more
On Wednesday, April 1, thousands of people across the country stepped out for National Walking Day, making an effort to break the trend of sedentary lifestyles and committing to a … Read more
For some of us this record breaking winter of blizzards and freezing temperatures has left us with some serious cabin fever -longing for warmer spring days where a simple walk … Read more
Seeking Nominations for those Committed to Heart-Healthy Activities All across the greater Boston area, individuals, families and groups are deciding to live healthier by making changes to their lifestyle. Starting an exercise … Read more
It’s time for the big game, and you know what that means! Time to grab your jersey, don your lucky socks, get ready to talk some smack and grab some … Read more
American Heart Association| American Stroke Association Participate in Annual 31 Nights of Light Earlier this week, The Shops at Prudential Center and Prudential Tower once again began shining bright with the help of … Read more
This week the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association lost an incredibly special and passionate volunteer, stroke survivor and member of our family, Ray Driscoll. Ray, his wife Gina, … Read more
For most of us, this week marks one of the biggest feasts of the year! Keep your heart-healthy by swapping some of those heavy or sugary side dishes with a … Read more
The American Heart Association awarded its 2014 Population Research Prize to Vasan R. Ramachandran, M.D., of Boston University School of Medicine, “for brilliantly seizing upon opportunities to translate cutting-edge bench … Read more
Thanksgiving is about enjoying time with our family and celebrating with traditional foods we know and love. However, the holiday can impact the time usually reserved for healthy routines and … Read more
The American Heart Association honored eight local volunteers for their passion and dedication in helping further the American Heart Association’s mission of promoting healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and … Read more
2014 Event Co-chairs Lead Go Red Movement in Merrimack Valley The American Heart Association has once again teamed up with Lowell General Hospital to bring its nationwide Go Red For … Read more
Football season is back, and you know what that means! Time to grab your jersey, don your lucky socks, get ready to talk some smack and grab some munchies before … Read more
Heading back to school and dreading the all-you-can-eat cafeteria? First year and fearing the “Freshman 15”? Staying healthy in college is more than just fitting into your skinny jeans—it can … Read more
Michael Mahoney, President and Chief Executive Officer, Boston Scientific, has been named volunteer chair of this year’s 2014 Boston Heart Walk on September 6 at the DCR Hatch Shell along … Read more
We’re thrilled to announce that Southborough resident, Elizabeth L.B. Greene, a Partner at Mirick O’Connell, with offices in Westborough, Worcester and Boston, will Chair the 2014 Heart of the Commonwealth Celebration & … Read more
The American Heart Association has awarded eight Community Impact Grants totaling$125,000 to local non-profit community groups and organizations for programs aimed at combating childhood obesity and improving family health. The … Read more
When Joan Eacmen, a teacher at Roxbury’s O’Bryant School of Math & Science collapsed in front of her classroom earlier this spring from cardiac arrest, students and colleagues sprang into … Read more
The American Heart Association has named Joseph A. Maiella, of Southborough, Senior Vice President of the American Heart Association in Metro Boston. In his new role, Maiella will focus on … Read more
A year ago, Medford resident, Sarah Peacock was recovering from her fourth open-heart surgery. Now, the congenital heart disease survivor, is training to take part in the American Heart Association’s … Read more
On May 3rd, hundreds of the city’s most prominent philanthropists, physicians and community leaders will come together at the American Heart Association’s Annual Boston Heart Ball to honor Gary J. … Read more
Today, thousands of individuals, companies and organizations across the country have been lacing up their sneakers and taking a stroll to celebrate National Walking Day – a movement aimed at … Read more
The American Heart Association announced today that Santander Bank, N.A. has signed on as the City Goes Red Partner for the Go Red For Women campaign in Boston. Santander has … Read more
Thanks to the efforts of the American Heart Association and Senator Richard Moore (D-Uxbridge), the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS) is now accepting applications from towns, school … Read more
The American Heart Association is pleased to announce Mike Rubino, CFO of Digital Lumens, as chair of the organization’s newest charity event, the Heart Challenge 5K Obstacle Trail Run. The … Read more
Small hearts can sometimes conceal big challenges. Today, Gov. Patrick signed into law a measure that will help the smallest of hearts – babies born with congenital heart defects. The … Read more
The Boston Bruins and the American Heart Association recently teamed up for the annual Go Red night at the TD Banknorth Garden to help kick-off American Heart Month and raise … Read more
This week, we’re sending our congratulations to Stroke Hero, Dr. Jeffrey Bruckel of Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Buckel was nominated by stroke survivor, Katie Buteau. Katie wrote to the American Stroke Association to … Read more
Five years ago this week, Olivia Quigley collapsed in her elementary school gym class from sudden cardiac arrest, a fluke incident that nearly cost her life. Fortunately for Olivia, her … Read more
In celebration of the 11th National Wear Red Day, the Prudential Center illuminated red on Friday, February 7th to support the GO RED movement across America and shine a light—quite literally—on … Read more
A slim 5’5” fitness instructor, Jessica Diaz, appears to be the poster child of healthy. She is a young, active mom of two who teaches multiple Barre classes at yoga … Read more
Hundreds of businesses, community groups, hospitals, towns and schools across Massachusetts will be wearing red on February 7th to help raise awareness and funds to fight – the number one … Read more