Pennsylvania

Geisinger and Evangelical Community Hospital step up with the American Heart Association to save lives in the Susquehanna Valley

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

“Healthy Women, Strong Hearts (Mujeres Saludables, Corazones Fuertes)” Event Raises Awareness About Women’s Heart Health in Philadelphia

“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

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

109 hospitals in Pennsylvania recognized for efforts to improve outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke

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

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

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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

Philadelphia American Heart Association and the Philadelphia Union Hosts the Return of CycleNation at Subaru Park

Philadelphia American Heart Association and the Philadelphia Union Hosts the Return of CycleNation at Subaru Park

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) annual indoor cycling “CycleNation” event was held at Subaru Park in Chester, PA on Thursday, July 28th. The goal of the event was … Read more

$20 million Awarded for Research to Improve Outcomes in Pregnancy, Infant CVD Health; Philadelphia Among Five US Regions to Recieve Grant

$20 million Awarded for Research to Improve Outcomes in Pregnancy, Infant CVD Health; Philadelphia Among Five US Regions to Recieve Grant

The American Heart Association’s latest health equity research network will focus on identifying causes and finding solutions to improve outcomes among people who are more likely to experience pregnancy complications … Read more

Pennsylvania Executive Named Chair-Elect of the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region Board of Directors

Pennsylvania Executive Named Chair-Elect of the American Heart Association’s Eastern States Region Board of Directors

  Sandra (Sandy) Volpe has assumed the role of chair-elect of the board of directors for the Eastern States region of the American Heart Association (AHA), the world’s leading voluntary … Read more