Eastern States

The American Heart Association applauds the state Legislature for its inclusion of increased funding for the Tobacco Control Program and a $1 per pack tax increase on cigarettes in New York in their one-house budget proposals. These measures will help in the reduction of tobacco use throughout the state. ” We were pleased to see both the Senate and […]

Cortney Richter says she’s well-known at the Watertown, NY hospital where she works. “I died on the pharmacy floor, so I’m famous.” she says. In November of 2021, Cortney was working a 12-hour shift when she stood up and felt dizzy. She crouched down and then collapsed. Her heart stopped. Thankfully, since she worked in a hospital, she received CPR […]

The American Heart Association, the largest voluntary health organization fighting cardiovascular diseases, announces Paul J. Mather, MD, as the 2023 recipient of the Edward. S. Cooper, MD Award. The award is named for Dr. Edward S. Cooper, a world-renowned physician and a pioneer in hypertension and stroke and the first African American to serve as […]

The American Heart Association (Association) is excited and humbled to announce, Thom Harvey, Chairman & CEO of Harvey Hanna & Associates (HHA) and his wife Robin have donated one million dollars to forward the mission of the American Heart Association in the state of Delaware. With this transformational gift, the Harvey and Hanna Family […]

We are happy to announce that the City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) has been awarded a $2,500 Teaching Gardens grant through the American Heart Association, becoming one of fifty other organizations nationwide to be recognized through the Teaching Gardens Network grant program. The grant has been dispersed from the American […]

On Saturday, March 4, over 350 supporters of the American Heart Association joined the 2023 Heart of Greater Washington Chair, Vishal Tulsian of SAIC for the Heart Ball. Hosted at the Salamander Washington DC, guests bid, dined and dance in honor of their connection to the mission of the American Heart Association as a relentless force for a world of […]

The American Heart Association and Live Fierce sponsor Sheehy Auto Stores are challenging everyone to track 10,000 steps or more in honor of National Walking Day, Wednesday, April 5.  The day unites millions across the country in a commitment to live a healthier lifestyle and get physically active. Walking is one of the simplest ways to get active and […]

Apalachin Elementary School students got active and celebrated an important cause during a fun ceremony on Thursday. The American Heart Association and Apalachin Elementary are working together to make whole-body wellness a priority as students participate in Kids Heart Challenge™. At Thursday morning’s ceremony, students jumped rope to get their […]

High blood pressure remains a leading cause of cardiovascular disease and stroke, impacting over 121 million U.S. adults. In the Greater Washington Region, nearly 25% of adults have high blood pressure, and many do not have it under control. Since 2020, Greater Prince William Community Health Center (GPW Health Center) has worked alongside the American […]

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 American Heart Association Heart of Hampton Roads campaign, which kicked off on Valentine’s Day. This year’s chairwomen announced an initiative uniting community leaders to […]

Allison Kerwin, Senior Vice President of Delaware Commercial Real Estate for M&T Bank, will serve in leadership role. The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on ensuring longer, healthier lives for all, has named Allison Kerwin, senior vice president of Delaware Commercial Real Estate for M&T Bank, as […]

Being sleepless in Seattle – or Vermont – may spell trouble for your heart. Scientific researchers have noticed a marked increase in heart attacks and strokes in the days following the change to daylight saving time each spring. However, the American Heart Association, the leading global health organization dedications to fighting heart disease and […]

Being sleepless in Seattle – or New Hampshire – may spell trouble for your heart. Scientific researchers have noticed a marked increase in heart attacks and strokes in the days following the change to daylight saving time each spring. However, the American Heart Association, the leading global health organization dedications to fighting heart disease […]

Being sleepless in Seattle – or Maine – may spell trouble for your heart. Scientific researchers have noticed a marked increase in heart attacks and strokes in the days following the change to daylight saving time each spring. However, the American Heart Association, the leading global health organization dedications to fighting heart disease and […]

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure and many do not know they have it. Now, the American Heart Association, with the support of WellSpan Health, is making it easier for York, Lebanon and Lancaster county residents to get their blood pressure tested and get the tools they need to manage it. Beginning this February, select libraries […]

The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that Lee Schwamm, MD, will receive the 2023 Paul Dudley White Award for his decades of dedication to improving the health outcomes of stroke patients. Dr. Schwamm, a professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School who holds the C. Miller Fisher Endowed Chair of Vascular Neurology at Massachusetts […]

The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, recently donated a CPR in Schools training kit to Carlisle High School. The donation was made possible with support from Rite Aid, as part of their sponsorship of the Capital Region Heart Ball. Developed by the American Heart […]

The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, welcomed close to 250 supporters back to the Capital Region Heart Ball on Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Hershey Lodge. The campaign, led by chair Jim Hoehn, regional president for PNC Bank in Central Pennsylvania, raised more than $335,000 […]

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 sure they get blood work and a CT SCAN IMMEDIATELY. Don’t let them take more than a couple hours to do so…PLEASE FIGHT FOR ME.” It all began in 2011, when Randi bled for four months […]

The American Heart Association is excited and humbled to announce, Thom Harvey, Chairman & CEO of Harvey Hanna & Associates (HHA) and his wife Robin have donated 1 million dollars to forward the mission of the American Heart Association in the state of Delaware. With this transformational gift, the Harvey and Hanna Family Healthy Hearts […]

When kids are hungry at school, they struggle to learn. Lawmakers in Annapolis have an opportunity to make sure all public school students in Maryland are fed for success by passing Senate Bill 557 and House Bill 628. The legislation would ensure ALL school children in Maryland are once again offered free breakfast and lunch, just as they were during […]

The health outcomes for residents living in Boston’s Blue Hill Corridor, where most residents are Black and Latino, are significantly worse than in many other areas of the city. Due to social, historical and systemic factors, the average lifespan here, which includes parts of Dorchester, Mattapan, Roxbury, Hyde Park, South Boston and Jamaica Plain, can […]

Black History Month is an opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history. During Black History Month and in conjunction with Heart Month, the American Heart Association is celebrating the impact Black professionals on the health of the Syracuse community. The CommuniTEA […]

Life’s Essential 8 are the key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, as defined by the American Heart Association. Better cardiovascular health helps lower the risk for heart disease, stroke, and other major health problems. In 2022 the American Heart Association put out a Presidential Advisory releasing research on Life’s […]

Leaders from the American Heart Association in the Mohawk Valley and Bassett Healthcare Network recently gathered at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown to unveil an acronym that could save lives. Four life-sized letters that spell out “F.A.S.T” will be displayed in the outpatient clinic lobby of Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, and two sets of […]

Two prominent women from Central Pennsylvania 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 healthier lives for all, as members of its Lancaster/Lebanon 2023 Woman of Impact class. The Woman of Impact class members are nominated by their peers to […]

Sophie Gentry has been involved with the American Heart Association for many years. She shares her story for American Heart Month and hopes you’ll join her in supporting our mission in the Mountain State. My name is Sophie Gentry and I am 17 years old. When my mom was about 22 weeks into her pregnancy, an ultrasound revealed that I had tricuspid […]

Written by Brendan Locke, Development Intern A simple thank you can go a long way. As Amazon’s ‘most thanked’ driver in December, Shirley Gale, a delivery driver based in Lanham, MD, had the opportunity to award $10,000 to a charity of her choice. Shirley chose the American Heart Association – Greater Washington Region because of our commitment to CPR […]

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 healthier lives for all, as members of its Hampton Roads 2023 Woman of Impact class. Each year a select group of individuals across Hampton Roads are nominated by their peers […]

When it comes to your heart, you can never be too careful. Preventing heart conditions, such as cardiac arrest or heart disease, can begin today. Sometimes all it takes to begin making incremental changes is an increased awareness. Your daily habits, both big and small, will determine what kind of life you will lead years from now. Bayhealth […]

Twenty-one prominent women are helping to advance heart health and raise lifesaving funds to fight their No. 1 health threat with the American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, as members of their local 2023 Woman of Impact class. Each year a select group of individuals across the state are nominated by their peers to […]

According the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, depression is a common experience for stroke survivors. A scientific statement from the Association indicates that about one-third of stroke survivors experience depression – compared to 5%–13% of adults without stroke. If left untreated, it can affect quality of […]

Six prominent women in Blair County, Pa., 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 healthier lives for all, as members of its Blair County 2023 Woman of Impact class. Each year a select group of individuals across Blair County are nominated by […]

As a child growing up in the West Indies, Dr. Barbara Hutchinson was fascinated by the dynamics of her family’s health – and how it might affect her own. “My father’s side of the family seemed to have had heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, whereas my mother’s side of the family was relatively healthy,” Hutchinson said. […]

Experiencing a pregnancy means experiencing a change in your heart. Yes, it’s going to expand with anticipation and love about the adventure that awaits. Pregnancy can also put your heart at risk for physical complications. Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of pregnancy complications, some of which can lead to lifelong heart concerns. […]

BOSTON – The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that Laura Hamilton, executive vice president, business development and industry relations at HealthBeacon, will serve as the chairperson of the 2023 Go Red for Women campaign in Boston. In her role, Hamilton will be leading the American Heart Association’s local efforts to increase women’s […]

On February 8, 2023, local leaders come together to celebrate the accomplishments of Dr. Richard Snyder at Penn Medicine’s Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine’s CPR Kiosk. Dr. Snyder received the Leadership Legacy Award from the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region, an award given to only a select few. Dr. Snyder has volunteered with […]

Rosemary Hendrickx recently joined the American Heart Association as Development Director for New Hampshire. She will manage the New Hampshire Heart Ball, New Hampshire Heart Walk and the state’s Go Red for Women® initiatives. Hendrickx comes to the Association with over 20 years of nonprofit experience, working with such organizations as the Muscular […]

Ten 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 healthier lives for all, as members of its Baltimore & Greater Maryland 2023 Woman of Impact class. Each year a select group of individuals across Maryland are nominated by […]

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 having high blood pressure (BP). Over the past year, Planned Parenthood (PP) South Atlantic has provided reproductive health services, STI testing and treatment, […]

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S. , or more simply put, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of new moms. It can pose a threat to women’s heart health during pregnancy and later in life, making it important that women understand how to care for themselves and their baby. There are many factors that impact a woman’s […]

By Nadi Nina Kaonga, MD Resident Physician in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Maine Medical Center Board President: American Heart Association, Maine Many pregnancy-related deaths are avoidable. Research shows early detection of cardiovascular disease (CVD) can prevent at least a quarter of pregnancy-related deaths. Pregnant people should learn the risk […]

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Donald Led Duke Heart Hero Award, the American Heart Association will present the 2023 award to Dr. John Bennett, president and CEO of CDPHP. “Criteria for the Donald Led Duke Heart Hero award includes achievement in areas of health care, especially heart disease or stroke, support for the mission of the […]

During American Heart Month, Mastrovito Hyundai is collecting healthy food to donate to local food pantries. Frank Mastrovito is chairing America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk in 2023, and is suggesting that people donate healthy food items. Here are some items for a healthy diet: • Low-sodium or no-salt canned vegetables • Low-sugar, […]

At 30 years old, Brylie Young of Fryeburg, Maine, never thought she would be diagnosed with a congenital heart defect shortly after giving birth to her first child in April 2022. She says she was fortunate to have an uneventful pregnancy and birth of her daughter. She and her husband, Alec, were so excited to begin this new chapter in their lives. But […]

Six prominent Harrisburg-area 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 healthier lives for all, as members of its South Central PA 2023 Woman of Impact class. Each year a select group of individuals across the greater Harrisburg region […]

According to the American Heart Association, one in 25 construction workers has cardiovascular disease, one in 4 is obese, one in 4 uses tobacco and one in 25 has diabetes. In fact, construction industry workers have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared to other industries, based on lifestyle factors such as smoking, poor nutrition, and […]

Checklist for heart and brain health now has eight elements: Sleep, diet, nicotine exposure, exercise, weight, blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol. By Michelle Ouellette, MD, FACC, FSCAI, Catholic Medical Center American Heart Association New Hampshire Board President At CMC’s New England Heart & Vascular Institute, we are passionate about […]

The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, welcomes Jay Farmer and Brigette Perry as co-chairs of the 38th annual Greater Washington Region Golf Tournament. Jay Farmer, JLL Jay Farmer currently serves as Executive Managing Director, Brokerage for JLL, a global commercial real […]

Arlington, VA — Reducing sedentary behavior and increasing physical activity is key to immediate and long-term health for children. That is why the American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, the National Football League (NFL) and the Washington Commanders have awarded a $1,000 grant to Watkins Mill Elementary School in […]

The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to world of healthier lives for all, announces Elizabeth Wise, President/CEO of University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health, as the community volunteer chair of the 2022-2023 Greater Maryland Go Red for Women movement. Go Red for Women is a worldwide initiative of the […]

High blood pressure (BP) remains a leading cause of cardiovascular disease, impacting nearly half of U.S. adults, and many people with hypertension do not have it under control. Together with the Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing (APAH), the Greater Washington Region of the American Heart Association established a systematic community-based […]

February is American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day is February 3rd. Let’s all GO RED to raise awareness of women’s heart health! We are some ways that we can all Go Red! Wear Red: Wear a favorite red outfit or accessory on February 3. Share Support on Social: Inform followers why you’re wearing red (with hashtags: #WearRedDay + […]

Heart disease and stroke remain leading causes of death in New Hampshire women. The good news? Most cardiovascular diseases are preventable with healthy lifestyle changes. Learn more about women’s heart and brain health at the American Heart Association’s Upper Valley Go Red for Women Luncheon on Friday, February 17th at the Hilton Garden Inn Hanover […]

While playing in the Buffalo Bills – Cincinnati Bengals game on Monday Night Football on January 2, Bills player Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest after a hit and was administered CPR on the field before being transferred to an area hospital. Hamlin reportedly experienced a cardiac arrest – when the heart stops abruptly with little or no […]

There are a lot of things we can do to improve our health. Eating a heart healthy diet is one of them. Bayhealth Primary Care Physician, Preeti Gupta, MD, explains, “Maintaining a healthy way of eating can help prevent many ailments, including heart health issues. And I always say, prevention is better than a cure.” One of the best ways to eat for […]

Joe Ienuso from NewYork-Presbyterian named chair of the 2023 Heart of New York City campaign As plans are underway for the 2023 New York City Heart & Stroke Ball, Joe Ienuso, Group Senior Vice President of Facilities and Real Estate at NewYork-Presbyterian has been named chair of this year’s community-wide campaign. The Heart & Stroke Ball […]

The American Heart Association is excited to welcome Howard L. Haronian, MD, FACC as a member to the Connecticut Board of Directors. In his role, Dr. Haronian will help the association in building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, through oversight of local revenue generation and health impact activities. The American Heart […]

As plans are underway for the 2023 Lehigh Valley and Berks Heart Ball, Melanie Falcon and Jim Vaughn, anchors of 69 News at 4:00pm on WFMZ-TV, return as your emcees for a night of celebration and inspiration.  Joining them are this year’s co-chair’s Kyle Egge, Regional VP with Ciocca Dealerships and Mairin Egge, Interior Decorator and Artist.  The […]

Thanks to funding from the American Heart Association, one Southern Tier student is studying the heart in a unique way. Natalie Weiss, a graduate student at Binghamton University, received a two-year American Heart Association grant for her research. She works in a lab focused on engineering cardiovascular tissues. Scientists create heart muscle cells, […]

They’ve always been a resource center for the community, and a new program in the Mohawk Valley is letting libraries add one more important asset to their lending opportunities: blood pressure cuffs. This November, the Utica Public Library and the Jervis Public Library in Rome joined the American Heart Association and the Mohawk Valley Partnership to […]

As a physical education teacher at Crotona International High School in the Bronx, Milagros Figueroa’s lessons often echo the principles of the American Heart Association, educating young people on how to create healthy habits that will propel them into a lifetime of excellent heart health. On Tuesday, December 6, 2022, Ms. Figueroa’s class learned […]

The American Heart Association supports Gov. Kathy Hochul’s plans to achieve a tobacco-free next generation of New Yorkers by proposing to end the sale of all flavored tobacco products and increase the cigarette tax. We applaud Gov. Hochul for taking a stand against the tobacco industry and advancing health equity in our communities. The governor’s […]

The American Heart Association on Long Island is proud to announce that it has been selected as a nonprofit beneficiary of the New York Islanders Hockey With A Heart on Tuesday, February 7th at UBS Arena. On this night, volunteers from the American Heart Association will share the life-saving message that CPR Saves Lives and introduce the Be the Beat […]

Written by Erin Dailey At just seven years old, Jamie Heath of Barre, Vermont began to show signs of stroke. Heath explains how she was in and out of consciousness and her head and neck began to feel very stiff. She went to multiple doctors who believed that she had meningitis, but thankfully her primary doctor ordered her a CT scan. The scan showed an […]

With heart attack deaths spiking during the holiday season, doctors are urging people to make sure they “take good care of themselves” and to be alert for heart attack warning signs, reports Rick Sobey in the Boston Herald this week. The story cites an American Heart Association study published in the journal Circulation that found Christmas Day has […]

Research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year. NECN reports on reasons behind this and offers American Heart Association tips to have a heart-healthy holiday season. https://youtu.be/iK7c9kyswTg […]

A program giving New Yorkers a chance to help control a silent killer is back.  The American Heart Association is now recruiting participants for the Check It! Challenge. The challenge is a community-wide program encouraging people to check, change, and control their blood pressure. The program began in Central New York and the Southern Tier and has […]

Hartford Go Red for Women Luncheon led by Haley Sofiane Chief Operating Officer of CareCentrix® The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, announces it will host its eighteenth annual Greater Hartford Go Red for Women Luncheon on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Connecticut […]

Some of us may feel the urge to stay inside when the weather starts getting cold, but it is actually a great time to get out and enjoy one of Delaware’s 17 beautiful state parks. Take it from avid runner and Bayhealth Cardiologist Roberto Scaffidi, MD, “It is so important for us to continue our healthy habits into the winter months.” “Walking or […]

If the holidays sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed and out of control, you’re not alone. And if the Grinch has stolen your spirit and good intentions, try some of these tips to reclaim your ho-ho-ho and stay happy and healthy. 1. Keep up healthy habits. Make a pact with yourself during the holidays. For example, decide that you’ll move more and do […]

The joy of the winter holiday season is often marred for many as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year. WCVB Channel 5 Boston recently talked to American Heart Association Chief Clinical Science Officer Dr. Mitchell S.V. Elkind about a few important, heart-healthy […]

Dr. Lisa Freed of the Heart and Vascular Center at Yale New Haven Health leads the American Heart Association’s Feb. 8 Go Red evening event The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, announces that the 2023 New Haven Go Red for Women event will take place in person on Wednesday, […]

A stroke can happen to anyone at any time, including the cold holiday season. Use the letters in F.A.S.T. to spot a stroke. F – Face Drooping A – Arm Weakness S – Speech Difficulty T – Time to Call 911 Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke. The faster a stroke is treated, the more likely the patient is to recover. […]

Albany, New York – Each of them is one of 40,000 children born with a congenital heart defect – the leading kind of birth defect. But on Thursday, December 15, at Schuyler Meadows Club, the American Heart Association’s Cardiac Kids group and their families were just more people enjoying the  holiday season. Danielle and Darren Donohue hosted the […]

In a surprise presentation, the American Heart Association and Excellus BlueCross BlueShield honored a Watertown woman for setting an example and inspiring others with healthy habits.  Christine Netto, of Watertown, received the Live Fierce Reduce Your Risk Award on Thursday, December 15th while working in the North Elementary School library. She is a […]

35th annual event to take place May 6 at Savin Rock in West Haven The American Heart Association, the largest voluntary health organization fighting cardiovascular diseases, announces Lou Gianquinto, president of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Connecticut, is serving as chair of the Greater New Haven Heart Walk for the second year in a row.  The […]

Written by Erin Dailey Kevin Underriner of Dover struggled with high blood pressure for the majority of his life and was on and off medication under his doctor’s guidance. Underriner married a Canadian in February of 2019, but had yet to emigrate before COVID hit. In February 2020 he left for Canada before the borders were locked and in May, his […]

Nearly 30% of residents in the Greater Richmond region have high blood pressure. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Further, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated food insecurity, yet good nutrition and blood pressure (BP) control go hand in hand. In the region, food pantries have seen […]

The American Heart Association is dedicated to increasing nutrition security and eliminating barriers to increase access, affordability, and healthy eating. Anchored by the Brookland Park corridor, the Northside community is home to over 35,000 residents of which 56% have low food access in zip codes 23222 and 23223. As a result of historic […]

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 especially important for those who are uninsured or underinsured. The City of Petersburg is a resilient community, but one with significant […]

The holidays are fast approaching and that means shopping, parties and gatherings with family and friends will fill the calendar in the upcoming weeks. This time of year is typically wrought with events planned around food. With that, there is a greater chance of eating unhealthily and drinking sugary beverages often with alcohol. According to Asha […]

Written by Erin Dailey Kelly George of Enfield, NH has a story unlike most. At the age of 12, she was diagnosed with a heart condition called Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). Her mother and brother, along with several family members, have also suffered from this condition. Unfortunately, sudden death is very common with this disease and Kelly’s […]

Two years ago, Christopher Frey, a 40-year-old father of two from Long Island, was in a medically induced coma after checking into the emergency room with severe shortness of breath following Thanksgiving dinner. What happened next was one week in a coma, 100 days in the hospital, and a new heart. Throughout his 2020 heart transplant journey, Frey […]

The American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, recently announced the recipients of this year’s Eastern States Volunteer Awards. Five outstanding Greater Washington Region volunteer leaders were honored because of their commitment to the cause and extraordinary […]

Jeanine Jarowicz and Mike Vail to be honored at the Go Red for Women® Luncheon The American Heart Association in Maine will hold its 16th annual Maine Go Red for Women® Luncheon on March 21 at the Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland. The main speaking program, emceed by Channel 8 WMTW Anchor Kathleen Jordan, will feature inspiring survivor stories, […]

Written by Erin Dailey On June 3, 2013, Lisa Fish of West Newbury, MA was 25 years old and reminiscing on a great weekend attending two of her friends’ weddings in South Boston. However, everything took a turn for the worst when she began to endure one of the worst headaches she has ever felt, even causing her to throw up from the pain. She tried […]

The American Heart Association has named PNC Bank’s Jim Hoehn as chair of the 2023 Capital Region Heart Ball. In this role, Hoehn is focusing on driving equitable health for every member of the community and raising critical funds to support the lifesaving work of the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on […]

Myranda Dewey of Barre Town recently joined the American Heart Association staff as a Development Director in Vermont and New Hampshire. This role will include working with local businesses and volunteers on events such as the Go Red for Women Luncheon and CycleNation to raise funds to support the Association’s lifesaving research, advocacy and […]

Money is a top source of stress for Americans of all economic backgrounds. In one survey, 84% of adults reported feeling stressed about money. The bad news? All that stress is taking a major toll on our bodies AND minds. Long-term stress is linked to migraines and sleep problems and can even contribute to chronic health issues like diabetes and heart […]

On November 5, an uncharacteristically warm and sunny day, the American Heart Association, Greater Washington Region raised heartbeats and over $1.77 million to save and improve lives across the community during its 2022 Heart Walk. Thousands of friends, teams, coaches and sponsors came together on the National Mall to support lifesaving cardiovascular […]

Peter Lancette, chief executive officer of Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate of Encompass Health, has been named chair of the 2023 Central Massachusetts Heart and Stroke Ball. The Heart and Stroke Ball celebrates progress made through the dedication and passion of all who support the American Heart Association’s Heart of Central […]

In loss, New Hampshire teen heart survivor found her purpose The American Heart Association has selected the 2022-2023 class of Youth Heart Ambassadors to be the face and voice in the Associations’ in-school initiatives. Ella Denney, a 17-year-old Gilford High School student, was selected as one of ten youth across the country for this volunteer role. […]

Delaney Roberts is a student at Wahama High School. For our Heart Healthy Hunting campaign, she bravely shares for the first time the story of how she lost her Grandfather when he had a heart attack while out hunting. She encourages everyone to practice Heart Healthy Hunting so that they never have to go through the same kind of pain as her family […]

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 President, will also co-lead a continuing campaign called Heart of Hampton Roads, which is focused on improving health equity and […]

As plans are underway for the 2023 Cambria Somerset Heart Ball, Stephanie Jones, director of cardiovascular and respiratory services at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, has been named chair of this year’s community-wide campaign. The Heart Ball celebrates progress made through the dedication and passion of all who support […]

The American Heart Association proudly recognizes Dr. Joonun (Chris) Choi and Sarah Yeager with the Leadership Legacy Award in Connecticut. The Leadership Legacy Award is a national award which recognizes current and alumni volunteers for exceptional service and contributions over a significant period of time. Dr. Choi began his involvement with the […]

Built on community relationships between premier sponsor Bayhealth and collaborating organizations the Food Bank of Delaware and American Heart Association & American Stroke Association, a first-in-the-nation statewide food rescue program, 302 Food Rescue, launched on Thursday, Nov. 17 at the Milford Food Lion. Thanks to the power of technology and […]

Thank you to Joyce Prater for sharing the following personal story. Read her inspiring journey: TEAM BOB is in honor of my husband, Bob, who passed away suddenly in 2021 as the result of a sudden cardiac event. While I searched and could not find meaning in his death, I found meaning in his life. I thought about how he lived his life, how he loved his […]

During a live webinar held on a Saturday morning in March, two Massachusetts nurses answer a series of questions on heart health from various members of the community. “If someone is having a heart attack, is it safer to call 911 or drive them to the hospital?” asks one person. “How do we take care of our heart when we already do very stressful jobs?” […]