More than 700 guests attended the Southern New England Go Red for Women Luncheon at the Rhode Island Convention Center. The event was chaired by Lisa Abbott, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Community Affairs, for a consecutive year. Emceed by award-winning journalist from WJAR NBC, Alison Bologna, guests were welcomed to the celebration
The American Heart Association of Southern New England (AHA) is pleased to introduce the Heart2Heart Storytellers Class of 2020. The Heart2Heart Storytellers feature the stories of several local women across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts, who have experienced heart disease and stroke, and are courageously sharing their journey to help other women. Each of these
9-year-old Survivor Spreads Heart Awareness on Ice Born with a congenital heart defect, Sammi Fagan spent most of her formative years in and out of the hospital. Fortunately, as she grew bigger, her heart got stronger. Now, she’s paying it forward and raising dollars and awareness so other families don’t face the same struggles her
Local Hockey Teams are hitting the ice with The Southern New England American Heart Association this January and February for Go Red for Women. Inspired by 9 year old heart survivor, Sammi Fagan, will Skate Rhode Island Red to raise awareness and funds for life saving research against heart disease- the No. 1 Killer in Women. Join
2020 Get Healthy RI Contest The American Heart Association, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Rhode Island Foundation and Rhode Island Healthy Schools Coalition are excited to announce the 2020 Get Healthy Rhode Island Postcard Contest! The contest invites all students from across Rhode Island in Grades K-5 to design a postcard that
A consortium that coordinates the efforts of local and regional cardiovascular disease prevention programs helped states achieve major goals for eliminating health disparities, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2019 in Philadelphia. Researchers implemented the Northeast Health Equity Consortium in eight states (Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts,
Celebrate Eat Smart Month this November with the Southern New England American Heart Association Healthy choices don’t have to be tough! The Southern New England American Heart Association is helping you celebrate this holiday season, by making it easy for you to make small, simple changes that will help you live a longer and healthier
2020 Chairperson and Go Red for Luncheon Keynote Speaker Announced October 9th, 2019- Providence, RI– American Heart Association announced today that two female trail blazers are seeking to break records in Southern New England for the Go Red for Women Campaign. Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Community Affairs for Lifespan Corporation, Lisa Abbott,
The Southern New England Heart and Stroke Ball was a night to remember, while raising funds to support the American Heart Association’s mission! The black-tie gala held on September 27th, 2019 and raised $250,000. More than 300 distinguished guests bid, dined and danced to celebrate life at the Graduate (formerly Biltmore) Hotel downtown in Providence.
Statement from Megan Tucker, Director of Government Relations, American Heart Association “We applaud Governor Raimondo for her thoughtful and deliberate approach in response to the current epidemic of youth e-cigarette use that is threatening the health of Rhode Island children. We urge the State Department of Health to prepare evidence-based Emergency Regulations and recommendations for a