American Heart Association’s Woman of Impact and Teen of Impact winners lead change through fundraising and philanthropy Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the No. 1 killer in the United States, but according to the American Heart Association, approximately 80% of heart attacks and strokes are preventable. Two area individuals have successfully channeled their energy and passion … Read more
The American Heart Association’s Woman of Impact and Teen of Impact nominees champion heart health through fundraising and philanthropy More than 60% of U.S. adults will have cardiovascular disease (CVD) by 2050 according to recent data.[1] To kick off American Heart Month this February, five woman and teen leaders in Hudson Valley are joining the American … Read more
by Alina Yang One moment, my family was unwrapping ZongZi for our Dragon Boat Festival dinner while FaceTiming with my grandparents in China. The next, my maternal grandfather was on the ground, my uncle was shouting and my mother was frozen in shock. He had suffered a stroke. My grandfather—the man who taught me Mahjong, … Read more
Every year across the country, a select group of teens are nominated to be a part of Teen of Impact because of their passion and drive to make a difference. This nine-week competition is relentlessly focused on heart health. Through April 10, 2025, nominees work to build campaign plans, recruit Impact teams, and inspire their … Read more
As the American Heart Association celebrates a century of groundbreaking advancements in cardiovascular health, we cannot help but wonder, what will the next hundred years bring? Each year across the country, the Teen of Impact campaign empowers a new generation of changemakers, driven by a desire to make a difference not only in their own … Read more