Student‑led fundraiser supports the American Heart Association’s mission to advance lifesaving cardiovascular research and strengthen community health Beat for Good, Villanova University’s student‑run organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families … Read more
Beginning in 2020, Sue Ellen Bigioni experienced a string of significant and emotional personal losses. “I lost my brother in August 2021 and my husband of 50 years, Vince, later … Read more
The Team Up to Take Down High Blood Pressure initiative—focused on removing barriers to accurate blood pressure measurement and improving early diagnosis and treatment in partnership with healthcare providers in … Read more
Rosemary J. Loverdi of Dilworth Paxson LLP to chair the American Heart Association’s Philadelphia 2025-26 Go Red for Women initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for … Read more
In December, Meraki Hair Salon in North Philadelphia transformed from a hub for beauty into a space for empowerment and education—where the conversation shifted from hair tips to heart health. … Read more
How Kirsten survived peripartum cardiomyopathy Kirsten, 31, a busy mom and licensed professional therapist, enjoyed cooking and spending time with her large, extended family. She and her husband were recently married and … Read more
On a Saturday in September, the Second Antioch Baptist Church Food Pantry in West Philadelphia became more than just a place to pick up groceries. It transformed into a vibrant … Read more
The American Heart Association and NFL team up to boost CPR readiness on World Restart a Heart Day To boost awareness of CPR, the American Heart Association and NFL (National … Read more
Hands-Only CPR education offered through the American Heart Association’s in-school programs and supports mission critical work to improve the chain of survival Five students and five schools have been awarded … Read more
Kernika Gupta and Vishal Patel named 2026 American Heart Association Greater Philadelphia Heart Ball Chairs For more than 100 years, the American Heart Association has committed to advancing health and hope for everyone, … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care Thirty-two hospitals in Southeastern Pennsylvania are among the … Read more
With high blood pressure affecting over a third of residents, a collaboration aims to break down barriers to care and save lives At least 33 percent of people in North … Read more
Far too many Philadelphians lack access to healthy foods, while food insecurity has increased during the past three years. Over 980,000 Philadelphians live in an area of an overabundance of … Read more
Over 40 healthcare professionals, community leaders and public health advocates gathered recently at Penn Medicine for the Edward S. Cooper M.D. Learning Collaborative, an inaugural event focused on addressing the … Read more
West Philadelphia’s Spectrum Health Services recently launched its Self-Measured Blood Pressure (SMBP) program as part of the Team Up to Take Down High Blood Pressure initiative, a collaboration of the … Read more
Citizens Daniel Fitzpatrick mobilizes Philadelphia’s corporate and community leaders to build community of lifesavers as chair of American Heart Association Heart Walk Daniel Fitzpatrick, CFA, President of Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West … Read more
One in three people in Philadelphia, particularly in areas like West and Southwest Philadelphia, suffer from high blood pressure. Despite having no obvious symptoms, high blood pressure significantly increases the … Read more
On Tuesday, February 4, the American Heart Association hosted its first ever “Heart Month at City Hall” Day in Philadelphia. Throughout the morning, advocates met with Philadelphia Councilmembers and their … Read more
On Thursday, January 30, the Collaboration for Equitable Health (CFEH) initiative held its fifth Advocate Community Forum at Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC) in Philadelphia. This forum was a continuation … Read more
On January 22, the American Heart Association (AHA) Greater Philadelphia staff and Penn Medicine volunteers joined forces with the dedicated team at Second Antioch Baptist Church Food Pantry in West … Read more
The Spring-Ford Intermediate 5/6 Center, part of the Spring-Ford School District in Montgomery County, has been honored as the No. 5 school in the nation for its outstanding participation in … Read more
Initiative Kickoff at Second Baptist Church Food Pantry Penn Medicine and the Greater Philadelphia American Heart Association (AHA) launched a collaborative effort aimed at taking down the toll of high … Read more
Patti and Kevin Trabocco are as devoted a couple as you could possibly find. Married since 1999, they raised two boys together, and share a deep love for the Jersey … Read more
Advocacy Day Highlights Collaborative Efforts to Address Health Equity in Philadelphia The Philadelphia Collaboration for Equitable Health (CFEH), powered by Bank of America and together with the American Heart Association, … Read more
Community Members Come Together at Collaboration for Equitable Health’s Fourth Advocacy Forum to Hear Progress and Discuss How to Best Engage with Decision Makers The Collaboration for Equitable Health (CFEH) … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Bernard J. Tyson Impact Fund invests in local sustainable solutions that help youth and young adults find employment, help and hope PHILADELPHIA, June 24, 2024 — … Read more
The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, is proud to announce James “Jim” Pagano, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing at Kiely … Read more
Gregory Deavens leads American Heart Association’s 2024 Philadelphia Heart Walk Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in Philadelphia and Independence Blue Cross (IBX) is working together with the … Read more