When sudden cardiac arrest strikes, every second counts. Yet, only about 40% of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest receive the immediate help they need before professional responders arrive. … Read more
Heather Welch and Kayla Overly were honored as Heart and Stroke Heroes at the Central Massachusetts Heart and Stroke Walk for their lifesaving work in cardiac emergency readiness and stroke awareness. Their efforts are helping build a stronger, healthier community.
Cindy Keely is a Quality Systems Director for the American Heart Association and is a certified CPR instructor. She shares this incredible story for CPR Awareness Week. It started off … Read more
Sophie Loughran came home to visit her family in Stannard, VT. Although she did not plan to save her father’s life, she was prepared with Hands-Only CPR and a refurbished … Read more
The American Heart Association Hampton Roads hosts its inaugural Lifesaver Day in collaboration with the Norfolk Tides. With seven in 10 people in America saying they feel powerless to act … Read more
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
Cathie Vick and Ashford Denman named co-chairs of 2024 American Heart Association Hampton Roads Heart Ball As plans are underway for the 2024 Hampton Roads Heart Ball, Cathie Vick, Chief … Read more