AHA names top advances in cardiovascular disease research for 2022
Dec 21, 2022
Consequential findings include developments affecting stroke care, pregnancy outcomes and obesity treatment, as well as a deepening understanding of cardiovascular risk.
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Luckily, educator's colleagues had recently learned rescue skills
After surviving a cardiac arrest at age 28, she became a CPR instructor and has advocated for better emergency preparedness in schools.
Awardee thrives at intersection of innovation and care
American Heart Association honor celebrates global contributions and vision of cardiologist and health economist.
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You may have heard a misconception that Procter & Gamble gave the American Heart Association $1.5 million - the equivalent of more than $20 million today - in 1948. That's actually false.
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Tobacco industry pinpointed targets for menthol messaging, report says
Nov 16, 2022
Study of industry documents, ads and other communications shows decades-long marketing efforts aimed at Black people, women and youth.
Despite hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, 'you can still be you'
Oct 13, 2022
Diagnosed with the condition at age 23, a California woman charts a path to continue her vigorous lifestyle.
Here's a movement to boost kids' health on the way to school
Oct 10, 2022
Walking, biking or rolling every day can boost fitness and academic performance.
El Paso aims for streets that are friendly for all users
Aug 31, 2022
Complete Streets policy promotes bike lanes, sidewalks, crosswalks, ramps and more.
Systems of care advances will help save lives
Aug 16, 2022
Residents of Kentucky and Texas will benefit from changes affecting where treatment is received in heart and stroke emergencies.