Beating the Clock: Why Prevention is the Heart of Our Community

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

Westchester/Fairfield Leaders Unite in Nationwide Effort to Advance Health Equity for All

The American Heart Association’s Leaders of Impact™ nominees are dedicated to promoting health and hope for all by driving community fundraising and advocacy efforts. WESTCHESTER, NY, November 4, 2024– The American Heart Association believes that everyone everywhere deserves the opportunity to live a full, healthy life. That’s why two Westchester/Fairfield leaders are joining the Association’s … Read more

White Plains Hospital Executive Assumes Chairperson of the American Heart Association Westchester/Fairfield Board of Directors

Dawn French has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Westchester/Fairfield Board of Directors.

Dawn French Brings in Extensive Healthcare and Communications Experience to Leadership Role Across Westchester and Fairfield Counties WESTCHESTER, NY, July 22, 2024 — The American Heart Association, a global force for longer, healthier lives, is pleased to announce that Dawn French has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Westchester/Fairfield Board of Directors. French’s … Read more