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hidden Sentara Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance named 2023 R. Bryan Grinnan, M.D. Memorial Research award winner

Sentara Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance named 2023 R. Bryan Grinnan, M.D. Memorial Research award winner

May 25, 2023 jaylynbrown

The American Heart Association Hampton Roads awards rapid transport flight team from Sentara Health acknowledging their contributions in support of heart and brain health The American Heart Association Hampton Roads


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


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Policy Agenda Supports a Healthier Commonwealth

April 3, 2023 Allie Kovacs

For nearly 100 years, the American Heart Association has worked tirelessly to make policy changes that save and improve lives. This year in Virginia, we took a multi-faceted approach and


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Hampton Roads Heart Ball rallies to advance health equity

March 9, 2023 jaylynbrown

The 2023 Hampton Roads Heart Ball will be held Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott in Norfolk, VA. The annual gala is a culmination of the year-round


community impact, Heart Ball
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A survivor’s journey to advocate for quality of care in women

March 1, 2023 jaylynbrown

Randi White wrote a letter in the notes section of her phone, for fear she might die while giving birth. She pleaded, “If I hemorrhage at all after birth, make


maternal health, quality of care
hidden Seven Hampton Roads women named to 2023 Woman of Impact class

Seven Hampton Roads women named to 2023 Woman of Impact class

February 23, 2023 jaylynbrown

Seven prominent local women will help advance heart health and raise lifesaving funds to fight their No. 1 health threat with the American Heart Association, devoted to a world of


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Working in the Community: Implementing Self-Measured Blood Pressure with Planned Parenthood Roanoke

February 8, 2023February 8, 2023 kevinpauley

By Brittanie Vogen OTR/L, MOT, American Heart Association Community Impact Director for the Blue Ridge Virginia area     In the City of Roanoke, nearly 40% of the population report


hidden Forging Pathways for Blood Pressure Management in Petersburg, VA

Forging Pathways for Blood Pressure Management in Petersburg, VA

December 14, 2022December 15, 2022 garrettjohnson

As champions for health equity, the American Heart Association is committed to advancing cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality. This is


hidden Sentara Hospital, Regional Presidents to Co-Chair 2023 Hampton Roads Heart & Stroke Ball

Sentara Hospital, Regional Presidents to Co-Chair 2023 Hampton Roads Heart & Stroke Ball

November 28, 2022 jaylynbrown

Two Sentara Healthcare executives will co-chair the American Heart Association’s annual Heart & Stroke Ball in 2023. Liisa Ortegon, President of Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, and Terrie Edwards, Southside Region


hidden Hampton Roads Heart Walks invite participants to reconnect for heart health

Hampton Roads Heart Walks invite participants to reconnect for heart health

October 12, 2022 jaylynbrown

The American Heart Association encourages Hampton Roads to boost mental and physical health while funding community wellness. The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and


#hamptonroads, #heartchallenge, heartwalk

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