Solanco students learn to save a life using Hands-Only CPR
CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival. However, 70% of respondents in a recent consumer survey said they were not confident … Read more
John Ruane to lead 2025 Capital Region Heart Ball
For more than 100 years, the American Heart Association has committed to advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere. Through Heart of the Capital Region Heart Ball campaign, John Ruane, … Read more
Pennsylvania health care volunteer recognized by American Heart Association
Samantha Stover, RN, BSN, heart health program coordinator at WellSpan Health in York, Pennsylvania, was recently honored by the American Heart Association with its Distinguished Achievement Volunteer Award. The award … Read more
Spring-Ford Intermediate 5/6 Center Achieves National Recognition for American Heart Challenge Fundraising Efforts
The Spring-Ford Intermediate 5/6 Center, part of the Spring-Ford School District in Montgomery County, has been honored as the No. 5 school in the nation for its outstanding participation in … Read more
Free Workshops to Help Pennsylvanians Make Healthy New Year’s Resolutions Last for Life Coming in January 2025
This January, the American Heart Association, with sponsorship from The GIANT Company, is offering help for those struggling to make their healthy New Year’s resolutions stick. The region’s first-ever Healthy … Read more
Penn Medicine, the American Heart Association, and Community Organizations are Teaming Up to Take Down High Blood Pressure in West and Southwest Philadelphia
Initiative Kickoff at Second Baptist Church Food Pantry Penn Medicine and the Greater Philadelphia American Heart Association (AHA) launched a collaborative effort aimed at taking down the toll of high … Read more
York College faculty member champions fight for cardiovascular health
Amy Reed, Ph.D., CRNA, assistant director of the York College of Pennsylvania and WellSpan Health nurse anesthetist program, has been named the American Heart Association York 2024 Leaders of Impact™ … Read more
Hershey business owner champions in fight for cardiovascular health
Josslyn Stine, co-owner of Playa Bowls Hershey, located in the Park Village Plaza at 659 E. Main St, Hummelstown, has been named the American Heart Association Capital Region 2024 Leaders … Read more
CycleNation Philadelphia Pedals Toward a Healthier Future, Raising Over $200,000
PHILADELPHIA, September 25, 2024 — The American Heart Association is proud to announce the success of the 2024 Philadelphia CycleNation, held on September 19th at Fountain View at Logan Square. … Read more
CPR training tools to provide life-saving skills to Susquehanna Township School District students
CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival[1]. However, 70% of respondents in a recent consumer survey said they were not confident … Read more
Life-saving training tools now in the hands of Bermudian Springs Middle School students
CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival[1]. However, 70% of respondents in a recent consumer survey said they were not confident … Read more
Check out books and blood pressure cuffs at Gettysburg Library
It’s now as easy to check your blood pressure as it is to check out a book at the local library. The American Heart Association and WellSpan Health are introducing … Read more
Quitting smoking inspires Pennsylvania banker to go all-in for heart health
S&T Bank’s Andrea Splain to chair 2025 Capital Region Go Red for Women campaign Just two months ago, Andrea Splain, vice president and commercial banker at S&T Bank, decided to … Read more
Life-saving training tools provided to York County schools
CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival[1]. However, 70% of respondents in a recent consumer survey said they were not confident … Read more
WellSpan Health’s Samantha Stover to chair 2024 York Go Red for Women Luncheon
Samantha Stover, RN, BSN, heart health program coordinator at WellSpan Health, will serve as the chairwoman of the 2024 York Go Red for Women® Luncheon. Samantha Stover has worked with … Read more
WellSpan Health’s Stephanie Andreozzi to chair 2024 Lancaster and Lebanon Go Red for Women Luncheon
Stephanie Andreozzi, vice president of operations for the primary care service line of WellSpan Health, will serve as the chairwoman of the 2024 Lancaster and Lebanon Go Red for Women® … Read more
Beth Kravetz of UPMC Altoona named 2024 Blair Woman of Impact™ winner
Beth Kravetz, director of perfusion services for Procirca at UPMC Altoona, has been named the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women 2024 Blair Woman of Impact Winner for her … Read more
Heather Scott to chair the American Heart Association’s 2024 Blair Go Red for Women Event and Fashion Show
Heather Scott, senior clinical manager of the cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology labs at UPMC Altoona, will serve as the chairwoman of the 2024 Blair Go Red for Women® Event and … Read more
Blair Go Red for Women Event and Fashion Show coming to Altoona May 23
Hundreds of people dressed in red will attend the annual Blair Go Red for Women Event and Fashion Show on May 23 starting at 6 p.m. at the Blair County … Read more
Alicia Luciani of Capital Blue Cross named Capital Region Woman of Impact Winner
Alicia Luciani, senior technical business analyst at Capital Blue Cross, has been named the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women 2024 Capital Region Woman of Impact Winner for her … Read more
American Heart Association and G.F. Bowman donate A Ball for All in Lebanon County
More than 70 new soccer balls, footballs, basketballs and other playground balls were recently donated to youth organizations in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, thanks to the American Heart Association and G.F. … Read more
Check out books and blood pressure cuffs at Lititz Public Library
It’s now as easy to check your blood pressure as it is to check out a book at the local library. The American Heart Association and WellSpan Health are introducing … Read more
Geisinger and Evangelical Community Hospital step up with the American Heart Association to save lives in the Susquehanna Valley
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, killing over 928,000 people each year. Geisinger and Evangelical Community Hospital are working hand-in-hand with the American Heart … Read more
Chair named for American Heart Association’s 2024 Cambria Somerset Heart Ball
As the American Heart Association kicks off its centennial year, Sean McCool of 1st Summit Bank has been named chair of the 2024 Cambria Somerset Heart Ball, set for Saturday, … Read more
Step Up to the Plate: Join the American Heart Association’s Hard Hats with Heart Homerun Derby at Citizens Bank Park
American Heart Association (AHA) proudly announces the Hard Hats with Heart Homerun Derby, a thrilling event set to take place Monday April 29th and Tuesday April 30th at Citizens Bank … Read more
“Healthy Women, Strong Hearts (Mujeres Saludables, Corazones Fuertes)” Event Raises Awareness About Women’s Heart Health in Philadelphia
On March 20, 2024, Main Line Health and the American Heart Association joined forces to host the “Healthy Women, Strong Hearts (Mujeres Saludables, Corazones Fuertes)” event at ACLAMO Family Centers … Read more
American Heart Association and Martin Communications provide life-saving training tools to Cumberland County high school
CPR, especially if performed immediately, could double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival[1]. However, 70% of respondents in a recent consumer survey said they were not confident … Read more
Co-chairs named for American Heart Association’s 2024 York Heart Ball
As the American Heart Association kicks off its centennial year, Mary C. Heltzel of Stifel Investments and James Harvey, MD of WellSpan Health, have been named co-chairs of this year’s … Read more
Co-chairs named for American Heart Association’s 2024 Lancaster Heart Ball
As the American Heart Association kicks off its centennial year, Lisa Lesko and Dr. Julian Esteban of WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital have been named co-chairs of this year’s Lancaster Heart … Read more
Five Blair County changemakers lead effort to fight No. 1 killer
To kick off February as American Heart Month, five women from across Blair County, Pennsylvania, are joining the American Heart Association to fight their number one health threat, cardiovascular disease … Read more
Eight Harrisburg-area changemakers lead effort to fight No. 1 killer
To kick off February as American Heart Month, eight women from across the Harrisburg area are joining the American Heart Association to fight their number one health threat, cardiovascular disease … Read more
Brad and Andrea Bowman named co-chairs of American Heart Association’s 2024 Lebanon Heart Ball
As the American Heart Association kicks off its centennial year, Brad Bowman, vice president of G.F. Bowman, and his wife, Andrea Bowman, have been named co-chairs of this year’s Lebanon … Read more
Wegmans and the American Heart Association teaming up to save lives in Lancaster 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 … Read more
John Hickey named chair of American Heart Association’s 2024 Capital Region Heart Ball
As the American Heart Association kicks off its centennial year, John Hickey, Senior Consultant for Market Development for UPMC Health Plan in the Central Region, has been named chair of … Read more
Carlisle accountant drives equitable health as Capital Region Leaders of Impact winner
William Oyster, certified public accountant at the Carlisle, Pa., office of Smith Elliott Kearns and Company LLC, has been named the American Heart Association Capital Region 2023 Leaders of Impact … Read more
Wegmans and the American Heart Association teaming up with Big33 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 … Read more
York Hospital surgical technologist drives equitable health as York Leaders of Impact winner
Krista Null, a certified surgical technologist at WellSpan Health York Hospital, has been named the American Heart Association York 2023 Leaders of Impact winner for their work in driving equitable … Read more
Essay contest wins 16 central Pennsylvania students a day of real STEM education
An essay about making their school heart smart recently earned 16 central Pennsylvania students recognition from the American Heart Association and Penn State Health Children’s Hospital and an exclusive STEM … Read more
Leaders of Impact campaigns in full swing across Pennsylvania
The Leaders of Impact initiative engages community leaders across 150 cities to take part in a seven-week challenge to improve health by raising awareness and funds to support the life-saving … Read more
109 hospitals in Pennsylvania recognized for efforts to improve outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke
More than 100 hospitals across Pennsylvania are among the 2,600 nationwide that participate in the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative to improve outcomes for Americans who experience … Read more
Pennsylvania Executive Steps into Chairperson Role for American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region Board of Directors
Pittsburgh, PA – Sandra (Sandy) Volpe has assumed a two-year term as chair of the board of directors for the Eastern States region of the American Heart Association, the world’s … Read more
American Heart Association and Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc. Collaborate to Establish Blood Pressure Training Policy for Staff and Improve Blood Pressure Control
High blood pressure or hypertension (HTN) is when your blood pressure (BP), the force of blood flowing through your blood vessels, is consistently too high. Nearly half of adults in … Read more
Central Pennsylvania students invited to apply for STEM education experience
Attention Central Pennsylvania students in 6th-11th grades! The American Heart Association and Penn State Health Children’s Hospital invite you to apply for a special STEM education opportunity. As a science-based … Read more
The American Heart Association proudly announces NFI Driving for Change award recipients
These four employees committed to a lifestyle change utilizing the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 and were selected by a committee at the American Heart Association and NFI. Life’s … Read more
Greater Pittsburgh women band together to help eliminate heart disease and stroke
PITTSBURGH, April 10 – There’s still time to make plans to attend the American Heart Association’s flagship women’s heart health event on May 11, 2023 at Acrisure Stadium, UPMC Club … Read more
Elementary school teacher named 2023 Greater Pittsburgh Woman of Impact Award Winner
PITTSBURGH – Nick Siliano was so inspired by his mom’s heart journey that last year, he dedicated his high school senior graduation project to learning more about the American Heart Association. … Read more
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 … Read more
Natalie Rose Havens: “I’m Lucky To Be Here.”
Natalie Rose was singing as a professional opera singer for seven years before her diagnosis. She was jet-setting around the world and felt perfectly fine until one day; she found … Read more
Check Out New Ways to Manage Blood Pressure at the Local Library
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 … Read more
CPR training kit donated to Pennsylvania high school
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 … Read more
Capital Region Heart Ball raises $335,000 for American Heart Association
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 … Read more
Women named to Lancaster/Lebanon 2023 Woman of Impact class
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 … Read more
Six local women named to Blair County 2023 Woman of Impact class
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 … Read more
Six local women named to South Central PA 2023 Woman of Impact class
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 … Read more
Learn to spot a stroke F.A.S.T. this holiday season
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 … Read more
Jim Hoehn of PNC Bank to chair 2023 Capital Region Heart Ball
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 … Read more
Pennsylvania school receives CPR training kit donation
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 Monroe Elementary School in … Read more
Central PA Heart Walk exceeds goal, raises $90,000 for American Heart Association
More than 300 people from across Centre County and beyond gathered on Saturday, Oct. 15 to get some healthy physical activity and support the mission of the American Heart Association. … Read more
Central Pennsylvania students get a STEM education sneak peek
An essay about their health care hero recently earned 12 students from schools across Central Pennsylvania recognition from the American Heart Association and Penn State Health Children’s Hospital and the … Read more
York and Adams County Heart Walks exceed goal, raise $104,000 for American Heart Association
Nearly 500 people across York and Adams counties in southcentral Pennsylvania gathered on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022 to get some healthy physical activity and support the mission of the American … Read more