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Guest Blog: Paid Leave Is a Lifeline for Heart Patients and Families

March 16, 2026 by Anna Heerdt

Haley Rockwood’s firsthand look at how universal paid leave can protect workers, strengthen families, and support healthier communities. Written by Haley Rockwood A fourth open-heart surgery is a monumental hill … Read more

Categories Vermont Tags Advocacy, American Heart Association, CHD, Congenital Heart Disease, paid leave, Universal Paid Leave, Vermont, vermont paid leave

Seven-year-old Kayleigh Williams has the heart of a fighter

July 14, 2025 by hannahross

Stafford County, VA seven-year-old Kayleigh Williams has a resilient heart: one that’s survived complications, surgeries, diseases and other big challenges with a fighting spirit. Before she was born, her mother, … Read more

Categories Greater Washington Region Tags American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge, CHD, kids heart challenge, youth, Youth Heart Ambassador

A mother and son with a bond like no other

July 25, 2024 by Anna Heerdt
Ashley and Gabriel Boyea

Ashley Boyea is no stranger to the trials and tribulations that come with cardiac issues. When Ashley was in her 20s, she started experiencing shortness of breath, thinking her asthma … Read more

Categories New York, Vermont Tags CHD, CHD Awareness, Heart Survivor, Sick Sinus Syndrome, survivor, Survivor Story
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  • Survivor story: from heart surgery on vacation to Heart Walk coach
  • Guest Blog: Paid Leave Is a Lifeline for Heart Patients and Families
  • American Heart Association celebrates Crystal Heart Award recipient Linda Varrell and debuts heart-healthy pop-up experience 
  • ‘New Mom Kits’ will make a transition time easier for pregnant and post-partum patients
  • Buffalo-area high school girls explore careers in STEM fields on National Wear Red Day®
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