Boston cardiologist brings CPR to CityLine on WCVB Channel 5

Boston viewers got a front-row seat to a lifesaving CPR lesson on CityLine, as American Heart Association volunteer and cardiologist Dr. Kemar Brown demonstrated Hands-Only CPR and shared why quick action can save lives — while also highlighting efforts to expand CPR education across Massachusetts schools and communities.

Local hospital executive to lead 2026 Boston Heart Walk and citywide push for CPR readiness

Lisa Abbott, executive vice president and chief human resources officer at Boston Children’s Hospital, has been named chair of the 2026 Boston Heart Walk, leading a year-round effort to raise lifesaving funds and expand CPR education across Greater Boston. A longtime American Heart Association volunteer and board leader, Abbott brings both professional leadership and a personal connection to the mission as she works to build a stronger community of lifesavers.

Hundreds unite in Wilmington to build a community of lifesavers 

The American Heart Association Heart Walk promotes CPR readiness, celebrates survivors, drives critical cardiovascular research  WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 8, 2025 — Hundreds of people came out despite the rain at … Read more