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New Jersey couple supports schools in tackling youth vaping crisis
The American Heart Association is sounding the alarm on the growing threat of e-cigarette use among youth. One in four high school students now report vaping, making e-cigarettes the most popular tobacco product among adolescents. Not only are more children and young adults using these products, but they are using them more frequently. This trend … 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 and across the United States. To change that, the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, is encouraging … 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 volunteer leaders for the second year of the Association’s Eastern States Superintendent Council. In its second year, the Superintendent Council has new leadership. Mark Laurrie, … 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, everywhere. Through Heart of New Jersey’s Heart Ball campaign, Daniel B. Frier, co-managing and co-founding partner with Frier Levitt, will lead community-wide efforts to help … Read more
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Complete Care CMO/EVP leads movement to improve women’s heart health in New Jersey
Israel to chair the American Heart Association’s 2025-26 Go Red for Women® initiative in the Garden State Nearly half of women ages 20 and older are living with some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the No. 1 killer of women.[1] Because of her passion for improving women’s heart health in New Jersey, Jessica L. Israel, … Read more
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Saving lives step by step: Greater New Jersey Heart Walk turns bystanders into lifesavers
American Heart Association signature event drives CPR awareness and community preparedness The American Heart Association and community members in Tri-County, Northern and Central New Jersey will gather for the Greater New Jersey Heart Walk, a family-friendly event featuring Hands-Only CPR education, survivor celebrations and a 5k route. The Greater New Jersey Heart Walk includes three … Read more
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DePaul Catholic High School student earns national scholarship for leading healthy change
Teen recognized for inspiring healthy habits as youth inactivity drives rising health concerns Youth physical activity has steadily declined in recent years, contributing to rising rates of anxiety, depression and obesity among adolescents[1]. At DePaul Catholic High School, senior Ashley LoMonaco is working to reverse that trend by encouraging her peers and community to take … Read more
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National wellness grant brings new health resources to Laurence Harbor students
American Heart Association funds support student and faculty well-being at Memorial Elementary School Only 1 in 4 children in the U.S. gets the recommended amount of daily physical activity, and approximately 1 in 3 are considered overweight or obese[1]. With physical inactivity and mental health challenges on the rise among youth, schools like Memorial Elementary … Read more
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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 real estate/facilities at ADP, will lead the charge as the 2025 Greater New Jersey Heart Walk Chair to build a community of lifesavers in the … Read more
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Health Advocate and Philanthropist leads year-round campaign to improve health in New Jersey
Greg Lewis named 2025 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, everywhere. Through Heart of New Jersey Heart Ball campaign, Greg Lewis, volunteer chairperson and Managing Partner/Group President, Calcium+Company will lead community-wide efforts to help ensure … Read more
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Caring for yourself. Mental health affects how we think, feel and act.
Together we can keep our minds and bodies healthy during these stressful times with meditation, good sleep, physical activity, mindful eating, and more. RWJBarnabas Health and the American Heart Association are pleased to share with you this mental well-being resource toolkit and resource blog. Review the resources and take an active role in using and … Read more
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Kiely Family of Companies’ senior vice president takes steps to save lives
Pagano leads American Heart Association’s Southern New Jersey Ocean City Heart Challenge The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, is proud to announce James “Jim” Pagano, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing at Kiely Family of Companies, will serve as chair of the 2024 Southern New Jersey … Read more
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Guest Blog -Why are women misrepresented in the medical field?
Guest Blog By: Anastasia Milliman Only 44% of women recognize that cardiovascular disease is their biggest health threat. 90% of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease. Most cardiac and stroke events can be prevented by education and lifestyle changes. Healthy changes have resulted in 330 fewer women dying from heart … Read more
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Find your fierce in your movement with Penn Medicine Princeton Health
Let’s MOVE MORE … ALL YEAR LONG! Staying active is very important. We are on a mission to be Healthy for Good™ every day. Find Your Fierce in Movement! Being active is one of the best ways to maintain your physical and mental health. Not only can movement help you feel, function and sleep better, … Read more
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American Heart Association offers condolences to the family of Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver
Our sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver. As an Assemblywoman, Lt. Gov. Oliver co-sponsored the law to prohibit smoking in indoor places, including restaurants and bars which has saved countless lives over the past 17 years and improved the health of those who work in the hospitality industry. … Read more
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New Jersey Physician Steps into President Role for the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region Board of Directors
Leonard Y. Lee, MD, has assumed a two-year term as president of the board of directors for the Eastern States region of the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary health organization dedicated to building longer, healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Dr. Lee served as president-elect from July 1, 2022 to June … Read more
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Walgreens supports heart and brain health through the American Heart Association’s Life Is Why campaign
Shoppers can support the life-saving work of the American Heart Association Walgreens is once again proud to support the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, through Life Is Why™, a cause marketing campaign benefitting the American Heart Association. Life Is Why inspires consumers to celebrate their … Read more
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Wegmans and the American Heart Association teaming up to save lives through CPR
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 or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival[2]. That is why the American Heart Association, the worldwide leader in resuscitation science and education, and … Read more
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New Jersey Physician Named President-Elect of the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region Board of Directors
Leonard Y. Lee, MD, has assumed the role of president-elect of the board of directors for the Eastern States region of the American Heart Association (AHA), the world’s leading voluntary health organization dedicated to building longer, healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Lee will serve as president-elect through June 30, 2023, at which … Read more
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Tune in to the Celebration! Virtual Volunteer Award Show hosted by American Heart Association on June 28
Media Advisory For Immediate Release 6/4/22 Virtual Award Show for American Heart Association What: The American Heart Association will recognize some of its brightest stars and those who have made an impact for the AHA community during the annual National Volunteer Awards. Where: This is a virtual event that will be … Read more
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Hearts Unbound: The American Heart Association Hosts Virtual Award Show to Celebrate Andrea and Ken Frazier’s Generous $1 Million Dollar Donation.
Philadelphia, PA – June 4, 2022 – The American Heart Association believes, structural racism and economic status are a key cause of poor health which can lead to premature death from heart disease and stroke. The association seeks to put an end to this by funding various initiatives that provide assistance to communities that are … Read more
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Walgreens supports heart and brain health through the American Heart Association’s Life Is Why campaign
Shoppers can support the life-saving work of the American Heart Association Walgreens is proud to support the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, through Life Is Why™, a cause marketing campaign benefitting the American Heart Association. Life Is Why inspires consumers to celebrate their reasons … Read more
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Why Everyone Should Know CPR: You Never Know When You Will Need It
“Be prepared, not scared” is an excellent motto to say throughout your day-to-day life. It is especially true when it comes to knowing how to perform CPR. In the US alone, almost 500,000 people die of cardiac arrest. Sadly, studies also suggest that only less than half of those who suffer receive CPR assistance from … Read more
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Heart of New Jersey toasts to a healthier community at the 2022 Heart Ball
The American Heart Association celebrates New Jersey Heart Ball’s 25th anniversary The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is back in the ballroom this year for the 25th annual New Jersey Heart Ball. The event will be held from 6 to 11 p.m. June 10, … Read more
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Capital Health wants you to know the F.A.S.T warning signs of stroke
This May, American Stroke Month and National High Blood Pressure Education Month, be a Stroke – Blood Pressure Champion! Encourage your audience members to have their blood pressure checked and know and share the F.A.S.T. warning signs of stroke. Capital Health and the American Heart Association | American Stroke Association are here to offer help … Read more
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Despite more than 20 years on her heart journey, she remains hopeful
Jessica Blomn’s story of survival has spanned more than two decades. “My journey is a long one,” she said. “It all began when I was in my senior year at Montclair State University, where I was one of the team captains for the swim team and president of my sorority.” Jessica’s doctor suggested she see … Read more
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Find Your Fierce in Movement for Better Mental Health
What’s good for your mind and body is good for your heart. The American Heart Association’s new approach to this total health platform provides simple resources to help nourish your mind, heart and body with science you can trust and tools you can use. Headquartered in Roseland, NJ, ADP is a proud local sponsor of … Read more
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Southern NJ – Dr. Renée Bullock-Palmer has been named the 2022 Spring Go Red for Women Chair
March 7, 2022 – Southern NJ— The American Heart Association is proud to announce that the Chair for the 2022 Southern NJ Go Red For Women campaign will be Dr. Renée Bullock-Palmer, Director of Women’s Heart Center and Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging for Deborah Heart and Lung Center. Go Red encourages every woman to take charge … Read more
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The American Heart Association in Philadelphia Goes Red for Heart Month Wear Red and Join the Fight Against Heart Disease & Stroke on February 4, 2022
The American Heart Association in Philadelphia Goes Red for Heart Month Wear Red and Join the Fight Against Heart Disease & Stroke on February 4, 2022. Philadelphia, PA, February 2022 – The American Heart Association is asking for the public’s support this February by going red and giving back to participate in American Heart … Read more
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HEART MONTH AND NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY TOOLKIT
Click here – Heart Month 2022 Reclaim your Rhythm – Final February marks the start of Heart Month and Friday; February 4th is National Wear Red Day. Wearing RED is not just for people, it’s for offices, homes, buildings, bridges, parks, and landmarks too! This year you can help us in the fight against heart … Read more
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Ocean City, NJ – Anthony Suppa and Jake Ottinger has been named the 2022 Spring Heart Walk Chair
Ocean City, NJ. Dec 7, 2021 — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on ensuring longer, healthier lives for all, has named not one but two co-chairs for the 2022 Spring Heart Walk, Anthony Suppa and Jake Ottinger as Board Chairmen for 2022. In this role Suppa and Ottinger are charged … Read more
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Pittsburgh Pastor Receives Top Grant at the First EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator™ Faith-Based
The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, announced the top awardees of its first-ever EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator™ Faith-Based hosted by the Eastern States region. The first-place grant of $50,000 was awarded to Pastor Cynthia Wallace of Bible Center Church in the Homewood neighborhood of … Read more
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Penn Medicine-Led Research Team Awarded $2.9 Million to Study Heart Disease and Cancer in Black and Hispanic Communities
Grant will fund projects aimed at reducing racial disparities in breast and prostate cancer patients with a higher risk for cardiovascular disease July 19, 2021 Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE PHILADELPHIA— The Cardio-Oncology Translational Center of Excellence at Penn Medicine has been awarded $2.9 million by the American Heart Association as part of a larger effort to reduce disparities … Read more
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Southern NJ – Nicholas Scardino has been named the 2021 Southern NJ Heart Walk Chairman
Southern NJ – Nicholas Scardino has been named the 2021 Southern NJ Heart Walk Chairman The American Heart Association program supports employee overall health and wellbeing. Southern NJ, Wednesday July 7, 2021 — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on ensuring longer, healthier lives for all, has named Nicolas Scardino, … Read more
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American Heart Association of Philadelphia Celebrates Five Year Anniversary of the Beverage Tax
June 16th marks the fifth anniversary of the 13-4 vote to tax sweetened beverages in Philadelphia. This victory did not come easy, but it has paved the roadway for other cities to adopt a similar tax. Today we say thank you to the volunteers and community partners who helped make Philadelphia the first major American … Read more
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Five Faith-Based Organizations Named as Finalists in the American Heart Association’s First EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator™ Faith-Based
Over $105,000 in Grants Will be Awarded to Local Community Leaders Faith-based organizations and places of worship have played an important role during the COVID-19 crisis in our country. These organizations and their volunteers and staff have been on the frontline, mitigating the impact of COVID-19 and providing communities with much needed guidance and support. … Read more
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Walking with Purpose – SNJ Spring Heart Walk 2021
On May 22, 2021, the American Heart Association Southern NJ held its Spring Heart Walk Digital Experience. The walk raises money to save lives from both heart disease and stroke, which are the number one and number five causes of death in America. The American Heart Association gives back by engaging the community through various … Read more
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New Jersey leaders unite for a common passion, pedaling their way towards better brain health for all.
Stroke is the nation’s No. 5 killer, and leading cause of disability. The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is hosting CycleNation to raise awareness about that fact – and raise the funds to change the statistic. President and CEO of Titanium Industries and chair of Northern NJ CycleNation, Brett Paddock, … Read more
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EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator™ Faith-Based Workshop Highlights Powerful Partnerships, Kicks-Off Grant Application Period
The power of partnerships built on trust, dignity and respect was a key theme during March 17th’s EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator™ Faith-Based Workshop Zoom webinar, hosted by the American Heart Association (AHA), Eastern States region. “When you see value in people, it affirms that value that is in you,” said Dr. Abraham Shanklin, Jr. … Read more
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The American Heart Association Launches Funding Initiative Aimed at Supporting Communities through Local Faith Institutions
Faith-based organizations and places of worship have played an important role during the COVID-19 crisis in our country. These organizations and their volunteers and staff have been on the frontline, mitigating the impact of COVID-19 and providing communities with much needed guidance and support. That is why the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region is … Read more
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Young Stroke Survivor Runs Half Marathon for American Heart Association; Encourages Peers to Know the Symptoms F.A.S.T.
Jesse Shea is a former college athlete who at age 26 lived an active and healthy lifestyle. One morning in November 2019 while the Cape May, NJ resident was preparing for work on his boat, he began feeling strange. The last thing he suspected was stroke. Soon after, he had very little movement on the … Read more
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AHA President: The best way forward requires bridging disciplines, people, places
The challenges facing our world are many – from timely concerns such as the coronavirus pandemic and the renewed emphasis it has placed on the need to dismantle structural racism to the ongoing challenges of treating and beating the top two killers around the globe: heart disease and stroke. As president of the American Heart … Read more
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American Heart Association in New York City honors World Mental Health Day by investing in local health tech entrepreneur
Startup makes mental health care accessible, inclusive for communities of color and low-income youth World Mental Health Day is this Saturday, October 10, and the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization, recognizes the importance of mental health. Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle … Read more
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Celebrate World Heart Day by Saying YES To Your Heart Health
By Jill Hollander, Guest Blogger Four Ways to Say YES! To Heart Health. Today is World Heart Day, the annual recognition to increase awareness of heart disease and stroke worldwide. I learned from personal experience how important and necessary it is to take care of your heart. I was born with a congenital heart defect, … Read more
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The American Heart Association and Capital Health respond to alarming drop in 9-1-1 calls fueled by COVID-19 fears
As COVID-19 cases continue to increase and strain emergency departments nationwide, a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) suggests ER visits in April were down 42 percent compared to the same period last year.[1] Yet, heart attacks and strokes haven’t stopped for COVID-19. To combat this alarming … Read more
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Local hospital executive to lead virtual walk to support heart and brain health in Monmouth & Ocean counties
The American Heart Association recently announced Bill Arnold, MHA, President, Southern Region, for RWJBarnabas Health, will serve as chairperson of the 2020 Shoreline Heart Walk scheduled as a virtual event for Sunday, October 25. With the pandemic keeping people at home, the Association is embracing a new approach to keep the Shoreline Heart Walk event … Read more
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Heart survivor to share her journey at Greater Northern NJ Heart Walk
We are excited to announce that Jill Hollander, a survivor ambassador for the American Heart Association, will be sharing her story of how she “Found Her YES!” at the Greater Northern NJ Heart Walk. FROM BIRTH, JILL HAS BEEN SPENDING HER LIFE IN SEARCH OF YES! IN A SEA OF NOS. Jill was born with … Read more
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Quick action saves teen
It was Friday the 13th, and a full moon. That had Arlington High School nurses Maryellen Siegel and Jacqueline Moreira “quaking in our boots,” Siegel said. “We’re not normally superstitious, but we do see differences when there’s a full moon,” she said. Still, it had been a relatively normal September day until some students ran in … Read more
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The AHA Launches 2nd Webinar in a Series Discussing Impact of COVID-19 on Communities of Color
Long before the pandemic, systemic challenges have contributed to disparities that impede some people from living long, healthy lives. Your ZIP code should not determine how long you live, but it does. Social factors, which are shaped by the distribution of money, power, and resources, as well as immigration status, occupation, and language preference, have … Read more
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ICYMI: Eastern States Launched a Webinar Series on the Impact of COVID-19 on Communities of Color
On May 15, the Eastern States Community Impact team launched the first webinar of a series designed to discuss the impact of COVID-19 in communities of color. The webinar was offered to health equity leaders nationwide and was attended by approximately 1,035 participants. During the webinar, implications of COVID-19 from the perspective of economics, education, … Read more
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The AHA Convenes Health Equity Leaders to Discuss Impact of COVID-19 on Communities of Color
Long before the coronavirus impacted how we live, work, and play, systemic challenges contributed to disparities that impede some people from living long, healthy lives. Your ZIP code should not determine how long you live, but it does. Social factors, which are shaped by the distribution of money, power, and resources, have been mostly responsible … Read more
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Wellness journey leads South Jersey couple to Heart Walk
Guest blog by Joanne Reed, Survivor Ambassador For many years, I knew all the ways to stay healthy – eat right, exercise often and be mindful of your numbers. But just because I knew all these things, didn’t mean I paid much attention to them. As a busy mom, grandma, wife, sister and friend, I … Read more
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Be a stroke champion during May, American Stroke Month
Guest blog by Gina Petrone Mumolie, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President, Hospital Administration, Capital Health and board member for South/Central NJ American Heart Association Capital Health and the American Heart Association are thinking about you during this challenging time. We hope you are taking all precautions to keep yourself, loved ones and coworkers … Read more
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Take steps to prevent secondary stroke for May, American Stroke Month
As hospitals, health professionals and healthcare systems, governments and leaders work to reduce community spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. and protect the most vulnerable individuals, the American Heart Association encourages heart attack and stroke survivors to takes steps for secondary prevention. Reducing risk of another event and staying as healthy as possible is … Read more
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How to Move More as Companies Adapt to Working Remote
By ADP, Guest Blogger. While working from home may be new to many, it can have added benefits, such as adding more time to our day that we would normally spend commuting to and from the office. Instead of using this extra time to watch TV or sleep in, take the time you would spend … Read more
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5 tips for you, your family and coworkers to move more and sit less
If you’re sitting down reading this, please stand up. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 15% of adults are physically inactive and the American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is urging adults to reduce their sedentary time — in … Read more
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American Heart Association seeks women of distinction
Women throughout New Jersey are making a difference in their communities by making extraordinary contributions to health, society and other women. These women aren’t sitting on the sidelines – they are saying, “Watch me make history” by building businesses, empowering others, leading civic organizations, helping neighbors or advocating for healthier, safer neighborhoods. And the American … Read more
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New Jersey retailers, online businesses, support life-saving mission through annual Life Is Why We Give campaign
Every 40 seconds, someone in America experiences a stroke or a heart attack.[1] This February, the American Heart Association, a global force for longer, healthier lives, is teaming up with companies around the country to change these outcomes through the Life Is Why We Give™ campaign. Life Is Why We Give inspires consumers to honor … Read more
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Hospital executive leads Go Red for Women luncheon in Central New Jersey
The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, recently announced that Regina Foley, PhD, MBA, RN, senior vice president integration/transformation for Hackensack Meridian Health will serve as chairwoman for the American Heart Association 2020 Garden State Go Red for Women Luncheon. The Go Red for Women … Read more
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New Jersey advocates make strides for heart health policies
With the start of American Heart Month, the American Heart Association New Jersey is proud to announce several legislative victories that Association volunteers played a role in securing. The 2018-19 legislative session ended in mid-January. Throughout the 2-year session, local volunteer advocates supported priorities that included improving stroke care in New Jersey, ensuring that tobacco … Read more
