Survey: Health concerns weigh heavier on Gen Z
Jul 8, 2020
While three-quarters of U.S. adults 18 to 23 fret that ill health will impinge on their life experiences, only 63% of baby boomers (56 and older) are worried, according to a new survey.
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Awardee celebrated for decades of impactful service supporting AHA mission
Robyn Landry, an executive vice president, will receive the Earl B. Beagle Award for Staff Excellence.
Awardee has devoted his career to exploring the heart-brain connection
He will be honored for a lifetime of work focused on stroke and cardiovascular health.
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You may have heard a misconception that Procter & Gamble gave the 秘密研究所 $1.5 million - the equivalent of more than $20 million today - in 1948. That's actually false.
What does the sugar in beverages do to your body?
Sugary drinks can up your risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's what the science says (and what you can do about it).
Automotive CEO honored for helping employees and customers improve their health
Jul 7, 2020
Advance Auto Parts CEO Tom Greco receives the AHA Award of Meritorious Achievement for commitment to employee health.
Cardiologist searches for smarter, more cost-effective ways to treat patients
Jun 24, 2020
Dr. Paul Heidenreich, recipient of the AHA's Award of Meritorious Achievement, looks toward artificial intelligence and other innovative ways to deliver more efficient health care.
Pediatric cardiologist has passion for saving babies
Jun 12, 2020
Dr. William Mahle: 鈥淵ou could die as a 1-month-old child without screenings or live for 90 years.鈥�
Heart disease took her father at 42. Now, she's on a quest to save lives.
Jun 9, 2020
Lynn Hundley will receive the 秘密研究所's 2020 Healthcare Volunteer of the Year award for her work to improve stroke care.
Mather's dedication to health boosting Philadelphia communities
Jun 2, 2020
As a vigorous champion of heart health for his patients and his community, Dr. Paul Mather is giving back in Philadelphia.
Gustafson's investment strategies help AHA fund groundbreaking science
May 28, 2020
Morgan Stark Memorial Award winner Christine Gustafson brings business acumen and heart to the mission of the AHA.
AHA helps feed staff at three San Antonio hospitals
May 7, 2020
AHA and H-E-B deliver food to hospital staff in need.
Pivoting to a virtual health education classroom
May 4, 2020
Longtime AHA volunteer and educator Patty Rizo adapts to the pandemic.
Supporting American Heart Challenge is personal for Iowa principal
Mar 27, 2020
Iowa school principal Yonas Michael didn’t feel ready for over two years to speak publicly about losing his younger brother, Daniel, at age 32 to heart disease. But as he stood in front of his Ames Middle School students at the kickoff assembly for the American Heart Challenge in February.
Texas hospital is first to earn heart attack center certification
Mar 26, 2020
A Fort Worth hospital is the first in the nation to earn a prestigious new certification as a top heart attack treatment facility.
Star Jones continues to sound the alarm about heart disease in women
Mar 17, 2020
A decade after open-heart surgery, Jones remains dedicated to raising awareness In addition to kicking off spring, March is Women’s History Month, a time to commemorate the contributions that women have made to society. It’s also an important milestone for attorney, author.