Cardiac Emergency Response Plans legislation passes both New York houses unanimously
The New York state Senate and Assembly took steps to make New York’s schools safer when they unanimously passed S.5585-A and A.785-A on Wednesday, June 11. Sponsored by state Sen. … Read more
Maine legislators take a bold step in supporting a $1.50 tobacco tax increase
The American Heart Association applauds the plan to protect public health and support tobacco prevention The American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, issued the following … Read more
Health Hubs launched for Hartford Public Schools to combat cardiovascular disease
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
Thousands unite in Rochester to build a community of lifesavers
Nearly two thousand people gathered at the Rochester Heart Walk & Run on Saturday at Monroe Community College, raising more than $430,000 to further the American Heart Association’s lifesaving mission. … Read more
Philadelphia Unites to Combat High Blood Pressure at Penn Medicine Learning Collaborative
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
Teaming up one self-measured blood pressure program at a time
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
Saving lives through CPR education in the North Country
More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States each year[1], and 90% of people who have a cardiac arrest will not survive. That is why the American … Read more
New Jersey executive takes the helm to help save lives
Michael Donohue mobilizes New Jersey’s corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers as chair of the American Heart Association Heart Walk Michael Donohue, SVP, chief procurement officer and head of global … Read more
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work – How an Office Meeting became a CPR Emergency
Cindy Keely is a Quality Systems Director for the American Heart Association and is a certified CPR instructor. She shares this incredible story for CPR Awareness Week. It started off … Read more
2025 Hampton Roads Heart Ball unites to create a world of longer, healthier lives
American Heart Association annual event raises hope by generating funds and awareness to fight heart disease and stroke HAMPTON ROADS, VA., June 2, 2025 — Heart disease remains the leading … Read more
4 ways to make this summer as safe as it is fun
American Heart Association offers summer safety checklist for families ahead of CPR & AED Awareness Week, June 1-7 HAMPTON ROADS, Va., June 2, 2025 — More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac … Read more
On CPR week, let these stories inspire you to learn a lifesaving skill
Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, anywhere. Each year, more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of the hospital in the United States. 9 out of 10 of those who … Read more
35th annual Lawyers Have Heart convenes thousands of runners and walkers to advance health and hope
On May 17, 2025, more than 4,000 runners, walkers and supporters – among them survivors, fitness leaders, members of the legal community and public health leaders – convened for the … Read more
Connecting With Cardio: How My Heart Health Journey Became My Mission
Courtney Bearer, Miss Morgantown 2025, shares how a family history of heart disease led her to turn her personal journey for a healthy heart into a movement in her community, … Read more
Vermont leader takes the helm of the 2025 Heart Walk to save lives
Ben Traverse mobilizes Vermont’s corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers as chairman of American Heart Association Heart Walk Burlington volunteer Ben Traverse will lead the charge as the 2025 … Read more
15-year-old Heart Hero will share his story at the Capital Region Heart Walk
It’s been a busy year for Darin Vail, Heart Hero of the 2025 Capital Region Heart Walk and Run. Taking place June 8 at the University at Albany, the Heart … Read more
“Never Walk Past the Problem”: How a Stranger’s Action Started the Chain of Survival
On an ordinary March morning, Matteo Urella set out for what he thought would be a day of inspiration and art. The father of four had traveled from his home … Read more
2025 Rochester Heart Ball unites to create a world of longer, healthier lives
American Heart Association annual event raises hope by generating funds and awareness to fight heart disease and stroke Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S.[1] In … Read more
A bus ride to remember: Christina Buckley’s story of courage and CPR
A routine bus ride from Washington, D.C. to New York City turned into a life-or-death emergency — and Christina Buckley didn’t hesitate. Christina, 30, who lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, … Read more
The unexpected ride – My Heart Story by Patrick Raycraft
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
Petersburg barbering and cosmetology school encourages blood pressure screenings for World Hypertension Day
Healthcare visits can be intimidating, and for some, even accessing care in the first place is a challenge. That’s why Another Level Barbering and Cosmetology School (ALBCS) is collaborating with … Read more
Heart Walk chair has particular reason to lead the event this year
Brian O’Grady, president and CEO of CDPHP, a longtime supporter of the American Heart Association, will serve as the chair of the 2025 Capital Region Heart Walk. This year’s walk … Read more
Check it out: American Heart Association and Dartmouth Health provide blood pressure equipment to five NH public libraries
New program helps Granite Staters combat high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke They’ve always been a resource center for the community, and a new … Read more
Connecticut Lifestyle Change Award winner announced at Greater New Haven Heart Walk
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
Saving lives through CPR education in the Rochester City School District
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
Central Massachusetts executive takes the helm to save lives
Vaccaro mobilizes Central Massachusetts’ corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers as chair of American Heart Association Heart & Stroke Walk Matthew Vaccaro, president of Masis Staffing Solutions and president of … Read more
American Heart Association and MaineHealth distribute lifesaving Infant CPR Kits to families through local community organization
Portland, Maine, May 9, 2025 — The American Heart Association, the worldwide leader in resuscitation science and education, is adding lifesavers to the chain of survival by teaming up with … Read more
Blood pressure kiosk lets Roarke Center clients check for ‘the silent killer’
May is Blood Pressure Education Month, and clients of the Roarke Center in Troy have the opportunity to know what their blood pressure is, thanks to a donation from the … Read more
Delaware Heart Ball raises over $100,000 to support heart and brain health across the First State
Annual event celebrates record-breaking year, raising critical funds and awareness for heart disease, and stroke in Delaware WILMINGTON, DE, May 6, 2025 — The 2025 Delaware Heart Ball united hundreds … Read more
Boston lawyer unites legal community for lifesaving cause
Lawyers Have Heart campaign takes steps to better health for all Laura Angelini, a partner at Hinckley Allen, will lead the charge as chair of the 2025 American Heart Association … Read more
New York City Advocates Launch Stroke Awareness Month at City Hall
The American Heart Association kicked off Stroke Awareness Month on May 1 with its annual City Hall Day in New York City. Advocates and community leaders met with Council Members … Read more
Pediatric nurse, mother, stroke survivor takes on women’s top health threat: cardiovascular disease
American Heart Association names Kelly Naab Go Red for Women’s® Buffalo Woman of Impact™ Winner Kelly Naab, pediatric nurse practitioner at Williamsville Pediatrics and co-medical director for Clarence Central School … Read more
Vermont unites against women’s No. 1 killer
American Heart Association’s annual Go Red for Women Dinner raises awareness and critical funds for women’s cardiovascular health Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the No. 1 killer of women, yet women … Read more
Know the stroke signs and save lives during American Stroke Month in May
The American Stroke Association urges everyone to know warning signs F.A.S.T. and take steps to prevent stroke Every year, approximately 800,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke[1], however, as … Read more
Chase executive leads movement to improve women’s heart health in New York City
Allison Beer, Chief Executive Officer, Card Services and Connected Commerce at Chase
Let’s Walk: Rocky Thurston of DMI chairs the Greater Washington Region Heart Walk Campaign alongside a team of volunteer leaders
Rocky Thurston, CEO of DMI, a global technology consulting and professional services firm, has been named chair of the 2025 Greater Washington Region Heart Walk. The event, scheduled for November … Read more
Meet Aubrey and Kennedy: Bristow elementary schoolers and “Open Your Heart” heroes
For survivors and Youth Heart Ambassadors, Aubrey Spiess and Kennedy Shivers of Bristow Run Elementary, knowing they have someone at the same school who understands their experience makes a big … Read more
Boston executive takes the helm to save lives
Linda Lennox mobilizes Boston’s corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers as chair of American Heart Association Heart Walk Linda Lennox, vice president of corporate communications and chief of staff … Read more
Kait Beck named American Heart Association® Go Red for Women’s® Capital Region Woman of Impact™ winner
Kait Beck, operations manager at Perry Strength & Fitness in Shermans Dale, Perry County, is the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Capital Region Woman of Impact Winner for … Read more
This showdown could save lives
Every year, 356,000 people have a sudden cardiac arrest. Only 10 percent survive. The good news is that having CPR performed doubles or triples a victim’s chance of survival. That’s … Read more