Connecticut

My name is Liz Cornish and I am a physical therapist and certified senior advisor. I have worked with hundreds of people who have had strokes and know the signs … Read more

The American Heart Association, committed to creating a world of healthier lives for all, proudly announces Pat Srenaski of Woodbury as the recipient of the 2025 Greater Hartford Healthy for Good™ Lifestyle Change … Read more

The American Heart Association, the largest voluntary health organization fighting cardiovascular diseases, announces Garrett Sheehan, president & CEO Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce as honorary chairman of the Greater … Read more

Regina Mosely recognized for her leadership and innovation in advancing rural public health across Connecticut The American Heart Association, devoted to changing the future to a world of healthier lives … Read more

Two new members added with long-term board members recognized for their contributions The American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, announces new leadership and board members … Read more

The American Heart Association working to turn bystanders into lifesavers with Nation of Lifesavers™ campaign The American Heart Association is proud to announce that the Greater New Haven Heart Walk … Read more

45 Schools receive blood pressure kits as part of American Heart Association initiative The American Heart Association, devoted to changing the future to a world of healthier lives for all, … Read more

My heart story really began in 2011. Despite the fact that I have been an athlete and ate healthily my entire life, at age 49 my left anterior descending artery … Read more

The American Heart Association, devotedto changing the future to a world of healthier lives for all, recently announced Laura Terranova of Milford as the 2025 Healthy For Good™ Lifestyle Change … Read more

Dr. Meghana Rao Brito of Yale New Haven Health, Yale School of Medicine, and Nicole DeMaio of Downes Construction named co-chairs of signature event  The American Heart Association, the world’s leading … Read more

Spring has finally arrived! This season brings a sense of renewal and what better way to refresh your approach to health than stroke prevention. Stroke is the leading cause of … Read more

My health crisis journey began on a lovely summer morning on June 27, 2019. It is a day that I now call the beginning of my “new life.” I was … Read more

American Heart Month focuses on raising awareness about cardiovascular health and preventing heart disease. Our No. 1 killer, cardiovascular disease, unfairly targets women. We have been left out of research, … Read more

Heart Walk funds support research, advocacy, and promoting better health in Connecticut ­­­­HARTFORD — The American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of saving and improving lives, announces Dr. Adam C. … Read more

I’ve always been compelled to share my story as I want to help others –  even more so now that so many amazing people have helped me over the past … Read more

As the busiest travel season of the year approaches, the American Heart Association has tips to ease travel worries for people living with health conditions like heart disease and stroke … Read more

By learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you just might save a life from stroke World Stroke Day is celebrated globally on Oct. 29. This year the American Stroke … Read more

Hartford Steam Boiler Vice President, IoT Solutions to chair the American Heart Association’s Greater Hartford 2025 Go Red for Women® movement Liz DeVito, Vice President, IoT Solutions for Hartford Steam … Read more

Dear Friends, This past year has been an incredible journey. We commemorated 100 years filled with impactful transformations, sustainable growth, and life-saving progress. Our passionate staff, devoted board of directors, … Read more

2025 STEMM event to benefit young girls to take place in March Cardiologist Joyce Oen-Hsiao, MD, director, Cardiac Rehabilitation Services, Yale New Haven Health Heart and Vascular Center, and associate … Read more

While working it can be tempting to reach for an unhealthy choice at lunchtime, especially in between meetings or on the go. But there are plenty of easy lunch alternatives … Read more

Francine LoRusso of the Heart and Vascular Center, Yale New Haven Health named as Chair of the Connecticut Board of Directors The American Heart Association, celebrating a century of profound … Read more

Sadie’s family stands with all families of heart warriors! “Your daughter needs heart surgery’ is never something a parent wants to hear or quite honestly expects to hear,” said Samantha … Read more

Co-CEO, Adam and Hy Schwartz of S & S Worldwide to co-chair Eastern Connecticut Heart Walk The American Heart Association, the largest voluntary health organization fighting cardiovascular diseases, announces Adam … Read more

By Anya DeLacey – Connecticut Communications Intern  As spring blooms and Easter approaches, the American Heart Association has heart-healthy tips for those who celebrate. Easter is a time for renewal, … Read more

The Middletown Health Department is working with the American Heart Association to address the high rates of hypertension and risks for cardiovascular disease for the city’s seniors, unhoused, and veteran … Read more

Over 60 schools receive financial grants for student health and wellbeing resources including the Northend Elementary School in New Britain Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge grants allow schools … Read more

  National Wear Red Day is Friday, February 2, 2024. Together, we can continue to wear red, share and rock our red, all to help save more lives.   The … Read more

The American Heart Association proudly recognizes Dr. Seth Lapuk with the Leadership Legacy Award in Connecticut. The Leadership Legacy Award is an award which recognizes current and alumni volunteers for … Read more

Shoppers can support the life-saving work of the American Heart Association online S&S Worldwide, Inc. is proud to support the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart … Read more

By Guest Blogger: Courtney Bertrand What does it mean to “eat smart”? To eat smart is to adapt to a healthy diet that adheres to all of the essential food … Read more

The American Heart Association is proud to announce Chelsea Reis as Development Director in the Greater New Haven region. The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary … Read more

The American Heart Association will present its 2023 Chairman’s Award to Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., FAHA, of the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Schwamm will be recognized during the presidential … Read more

Lou Gianquinto, President, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Connecticut and Paul Marchetti, President, CarelonRx to Co-Chair Greater New Haven Heart Walk The American Heart Association, the largest voluntary … Read more

2024 STEM event to benefit young girls to take place in April The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to world of healthier lives for all, is … Read more

Dear Friends, What an amazing year we had together creating heathier lives throughout Connecticut! I am honored to serve alongside our talented staff, passionate Board of Directors, community leaders and … Read more

STEM Goes Red event to educate high school students set to take place April 2024 The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health … Read more