New Hampshire

Wade mobilizes local corporate leaders to build community of lifesavers Tim Wade, New Hampshire Regional President of M&T Bank, will lead the charge as the 2025 New Hampshire Heart Walk … Read more

World Stroke Day is celebrated globally on October 29th. This year the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is highlighting the importance of acting F.A.S.T. and … Read more

Written by Dave Johnson A year ago, just before my stroke I had a great job that involved managing people, closing deals and traveling the United States. I was out … Read more

Jennifer McAninch of Weare recently joined the American Heart Association staff as New Hampshire’s school engagement director. In her role, she will assist schools throughout the state with implementing the … Read more

The American Heart Association in New Hampshire is entering its 2024-25 fiscal year with dedicated volunteers who will lead the organization’s local team in pursuit of its mission, to be … Read more

Emily Knight, RN, of Strafford joined the American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service as the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, and … Read more

The New Hampshire Heart Walk is scheduled for Sunday, June 2nd at Manchester’s Livingston Park. Heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death in New Hampshire. This year, the … Read more

A stroke can happen to anyone at any point in their lifetime. May is American Stroke Month and the American Stroke Association wants you to know how to reduce your … Read more

Help the American Heart Association in New Hampshire fund lifesaving research and education by attending the “Heart of the Seacoast” Heart Ball on Saturday, April 13th from 6:30 until 9:30 … Read more

Physical activity is one of the best ways to improve overall health and manage stress, yet 1 in 4 U.S. adults are sedentary for more than eight hours each day, … Read more

Survivor Judy Varrill spoke at the Go Red for Women Luncheon in Concord on February 15th. Judy was the definition of a healthy, active woman with a successful career and … Read more

For nearly two decades, the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign has raised awareness about women’s greatest health threat – cardiovascular disease. As the campaign celebrates 20 years … Read more

For nearly two decades, the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign has raised awareness about women’s greatest health threat – cardiovascular disease. As the campaign celebrates 20 years … Read more

New Hampshire is heading into the second year of our current legislative session.  Legislative bill filing occurs September into October, and the American Heart Association is seeking Prime Sponsors for … Read more

American Heart Association grants allow school to support of physical and emotional health The American Heart Association’s school-based youth programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™, awarded $2,300 to … Read more

The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care. Nine hospitals in New Hampshire are among the … Read more

Dr. Christopher Lawson of Portsmouth Regional Hospital to lead 2024 NH Heart of the Seacoast Social as the Association celebrates its 100th anniversary. June 10 commemorates the anniversary of the … Read more

Ellie McCabe of Fremont was recently selected to serve as a NH Youth Heart Ambassador during the coming school year. Her mother, Jessica, shared her story at the 2023 NH … Read more

Dover stroke survivor stresses importance of managing blood pressure to prevent strokes A stroke can happen to anyone at any point in their lifetime. May is American Stroke Month and … Read more

WMUR’s Erin Fehlau and The Mill’s Laura Stelchook to host morning celebration The American Heart Association’s New Hampshire Heart Walk is scheduled for Sunday, June 4th at Manchester’s Livingston Park. … Read more

Help the American Heart Association in New Hampshire fund lifesaving research and education by attending the “Heart of the Seacoast Social” on Saturday, April 15th from 6:30 until 9:30 PM … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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). … Read more

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 … Read more

October 29 is World Stroke Day. The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all – is dedicated to saving … Read more

The American Heart Association in New Hampshire is entering its 2022-23 fiscal year with dedicated volunteers who will lead the organization’s local team in pursuit of its mission, to be … Read more

The American Heart Association will hold its 2022 New Hampshire Go Red for Women® Luncheon on April 20th at the Hanover Inn Dartmouth. The Association’s signature event is designed to … Read more

New Hampshire state lawmakers have been busy and we are pleased to update you on one of our top issues we’ve been working on: A hearing was held in Senate … Read more

The American Heart Association recently announced its plans for the 2022 New Hampshire Go Red for Women® Luncheon. This Association signature event will be held on National Wear Red Day, … Read more

Good nutrition is critical for a person’s health and well-being. Here in Manchester, we are working on a program that helps people in need gain access to more fruit and … Read more