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The Dangers of Vaping

Most people know that smoking increases risk for lung cancer and for developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a serious, long-term condition affecting the lungs that also includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema and is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. But there are several more reasons you should ditch cigarettes, vaping, and

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Marquis Health Consulting Services division president leads local movement aimed at improving brain health for all

Michael J. Smith named chair of American Stroke Association Philadelphia CycleNation The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association – the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, invites Philadelphia companies, communities and individuals to stop the cycle of stroke by raising critical funds to further research

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22News: Lawmakers wear red at Massachusetts State House in support of women’s heart health

Dozens of lawmakers gathered at the Massachusetts State House on Wednesday wearing red attire to raise awareness of heart disease in women, in solidarity with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement. The event was held in collaboration with the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators. Senate President Karen Spilka shared her personal story

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Middletown Health Department and the American Heart Association Establish the Check, Yourself – Community Blood Pressure Initiative

The Middletown Health Department is working with the American Heart Association to address the high rates of hypertension and risks for cardiovascular disease for the city’s seniors, unhoused, and veteran populations with the Check, Yourself program. The program is part of a nationwide initiative that is working to drive sustainable changes that are responsive and

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2024 NH Go Red for Women Luncheon on February 15 in Concord aims to inspire and educate

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 of making an impact, and during the American Heart Association’s centennial year, the Association will hold its 2024 New Hampshire Go Red for Women Luncheon

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Boston Researcher: Nerve stimulation plus intense rehab may improve arm and hand function after stroke

Combining brain stimulation with intense physical rehabilitation helped stroke survivors recover movement in their arms and hands and maintain these improvements for one year, according to a study presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2024. Teresa J. Kimberley, a professor of rehabilitation science and physical therapy at MGH Institute of Health Professions