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STEM Goes Red 2025 Inspires the Next Generation of Women Leaders in Philadelphia
More than 100 young women from the School District of Philadelphia came together for a powerful day of inspiration, mentorship, and hands-on learning at STEM Goes Red 2025, hosted at … Read more
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Firefighter and philanthropy executive to receive American Heart Association award
Heart disease is personal to Peter Semenza, vice president of philanthropy at St. Peter’s Health Partners. Semenza lost his father to a heart attack in 2004. He turned that loss … Read more
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Recess gets reboot in the Mohawk Valley
America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk is set for March 7, a day when some of the event’s sponsors will celebrate the work that has gone on all year. Adirondack … Read more
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Tech Executive leads year-round campaign to improve health in New York City
Bill McLaughlin named 2025-26 American Heart Association Heart of New York City Chair NEW YORK, NY, January 6, 2026 – Through the Heart of New York City campaign, Bill McLaughlin, … Read more
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St. Peter’s CEO to chair Capital Region Heart Ball
Through the American Heart Association’s Heart of the Capital Region campaign, Steven Hanks, M.D., volunteer chair and president and CEO at St. Peter’s Health Partners in Albany and St. Joseph’s … Read more
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Guest blog: Experiencing lifesaving work from around the world
Guest blogger Tom Lowe is a community impact director with the American Heart Association in Western New York When seconds count, CPR can save lives, but you have to know … Read more
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Ashley Addison Foster returns as chair of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women 2026 campaign
Building on 2025 Successes, Campaign Continues Mission to Save Women’s Lives from Heart Disease WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 2, 2026 — Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for … Read more
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Turning student voices into action: advocating for CPR in schools in Massachusetts
High school students from across Massachusetts gathered at the State House to advocate for legislation that would make CPR training a requirement for graduation. Through student voices and newly produced videos from the event, the American Heart Association is highlighting why CPR education matters — and how empowering the next generation with lifesaving skills could help save lives across the state.
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Heart failure after childbirth
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
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Heart attack deaths spike during the winter holidays
New Hampshire cardiologist shares lifesaving tips The winter holidays can turn deadly as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at … Read more
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Heart attack deaths spike during the winter holidays
The American Heart Association urges people to be aware of and reduce risks for deadly ‘holiday heart attacks’ The winter holidays can turn deadly as research shows that more people … Read more
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Local restaurants join the Nation of Lifesavers
When someone’s heart stops pumping, early CPR can save their life[1]. CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a person’s chance of survival. That is why the American … Read more
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Cold storage, warm hearts: Helping Hand Food Pantry expands healthy food access in Greater Boston
A decades-old food pantry in Cambridge is expanding access to fresh, nutritious food with support from the American Heart Association, showing how investments can have a real impact on community health.
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Sudden cardiac arrest survivor, rescuers celebrate
David St. Pierre, Jr.’s, Sept. 27 workday had just begun when he collapsed with a sudden cardiac arrest. Quick action by his Regeneron coworkers, followed by a response from area … Read more
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More than 500 students from around New York State join the Nation of Lifesavers
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 … Read more
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2026 New York City CycleNation to Pedal Toward a Healthier Future
New York City Executives Named Co-Chairs to lead local movement aimed at improving brain health for all NEW YORK, NY, December 10, 2025 — The American Stroke Association, a division … Read more
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CVS Health executive spearheads local women’s heart health movement
Caroline Wilke to chair the American Heart Association’s Greater Hartford 2026 Go Red for Women initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death among women both in Connecticut … Read more
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Four generations of women’s stories converge around heart health
This year, when Stacy Yentz of Peraton joined her team for the Heart Walk, the mission behind the event was more personal to her than she could have ever imagined. … Read more
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CPR training kits placed in Delaware youth organizations to help create a Nation of Lifesavers
New resources strengthen lifesaving readiness for coaches, athletes and families across high-volume youth sports programs WILMINGTON, Del., Dec. 3, 2025 — Four Delaware youth-serving organizations that support high-volume sports programs … Read more
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Maine women join nationwide effort to combat No. 1 killer
The American Heart Association’s® Woman of Impact™ nominees champion heart health through Go Red for Women® fundraising and philanthropy initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the No. 1 killer of women.[1] … Read more
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Local media highlight Libraries With Heart’s expansion into Western Massachusetts
Libraries in Greenfield and Montague are the latest in Massachusetts to join Libraries With Heart, offering blood-pressure monitor kits for patrons to borrow at home. This expansion builds on recent launches in Franklin and Brockton, helping bring heart-health tools into trusted community spaces.
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Fall Healthy for Good workshops help Delaware residents build healthier habits
This October, the American Heart Association hosted a series of Healthy for Good workshops in Dover and Wilmington, giving local residents practical tools to cook healthier meals, shop smarter and feel more … Read more
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Superintendents of Loudon and Prince William County Public Schools among leaders championing health in schools across the Northeast
19 leaders support critical work to improve student well-being through the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Superintendent Council WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 1, 2025 — Superintendents across the Northeast region are … Read more
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New members join initiative championing health in schools across the Northeast
Superintendents support critical work to improve student well-being through the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Superintendent Council Superintendents across the Northeast region are working with the American Heart Association to … Read more
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This giving season, support healthy pantries in your community
Guidance for DC-area neighbors on how to make healthy food donations and where to start Nearly half of all Greater Washington Region residents lack access to healthy food. Poor nutrition … Read more
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Local Professor and Cardiologist travels to D.C. to push for funding lifesaving legislation
Dr. Prospero Gogo of Vermont urges Congress to invest in CPR and AED training, AED placement in schools Dr. Prospero Gogo, professor of medicine and cardiologist at the University of … Read more
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Local volunteer’s campaign supports lifesaving research and community health
Theresa Hill named American Heart Association Rochester Leaders of Impact™ Winner Theresa Hill, accounts payable and collections manager at John W. Danforth, and longtime American Heart Association volunteer, has been … Read more
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Chief of Cardiology funding lifesaving research and supporting community health
Chief of Cardiology funding lifesaving research and supporting community health NEW YORK, NY, November 17, 2025 – Dr. Jeffrey Bander, Chief of Cardiology at Mount Sinai West has been named … Read more
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Heart Healthy Hunting: Delaney’s Journey of Love, Loss, and Advocacy
Delaney Roberts has been a spokesperson for the Heart Healthy Hunting campaign since its inception and is part of West Virginia’s first ever Youth Advocacy Group. When I first got … Read more
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New Jersey IT executive spearheads local women’s heart health movement
Lobaito to chair the American Heart Association’s Northern New Jersey 2025-26 Go Red for Women initiative Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women[1] in New Jersey … Read more
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Heartfelt supporters cross the $2.1 million finish line for the Greater Washington Region Heart Walk
Thousands of walkers returned to D.C.’s National Mall for the 2025 Heart Walk WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov 17, 2025 – Around 10,000 walkers gathered on the National Mall for the 2025 … Read more
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New members join initiative championing health in schools across the Northeast
Superintendents across the Northeast region are working with the American Heart Association to improve the health and well-being of students, families and educators. Nineteen superintendents were selected to serve as … Read more
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Harrisburg executive funding lifesaving research and supporting community health
Jill Yocum named American Heart Association South Central Pennsylvania Leaders of Impact™ Winner Jill Yocum, manager of release management solutions at Capital Blue Cross, has been named the American Heart … Read more
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Connecticut’s year of meaningful impact
Dear Friends and Supporters, As we celebrate 101 years of impact, the transformative power of our work is evident — improving, extending and saving lives both globally and right here … Read more
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Co-founder of healthcare law firm launches year-round initiative to transform public health in New Jersey
Daniel Frier named 2026 New Jersey American Heart Association Heart Ball Chair For more than 100 years, the American Heart Association has committed to advancing health and hope for everyone, … Read more
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Multilingual efforts increasing access to life-saving skills across New York City
American Heart Association expands CPR access with community outreach and culturally relevant training The American Heart Association has continued to cultivate relationships with community-based organizations to empower every corner of … Read more
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Local cardiologist to lead 2026 Maine Heart Walk
Marco Diaz, MD, chair, Department of Cardiac Services at Maine Medical Center and chief of MaineHealth’s Cardiovascular Service Line, will lead the charge as the 2026 Maine Heart Walk Chair. … Read more
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More than 300 Wyomissing students learn to save a life using Hands-Only CPR
CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival. However, 70% of respondents in a recent consumer survey said they were not confident … Read more
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Local community leaders join award winning advisory board in Syracuse
Three local leaders are joining the American Heart Association’s mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. These volunteers started their board term just as … Read more
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Boston University’s Dr. Emelia Benjamin to be Honored for Mentorship Legacy with Eugene Braunwald Award
Dr. Emelia Benjamin receives mentorship honor at the 2025 American Heart Association Scientific Sessions Dr. Emelia J. Benjamin, a distinguished professor of medicine and epidemiology at Boston University, will be … Read more
