AHA alert on COVID-19 vaccine misinformation
Aug 4, 2022
Misleading messaging includes use of logo without permission.
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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.
What Actually Happened
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.
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).
New AHA president Michelle Albert's lived experiences make her the right person in the right place at the right time
Jul 7, 2022
From her own lived and professional experiences, Dr. Michelle Albert brings deep insight to addressing the health needs of people who have been disenfranchised.
Lloyd-Jones' impact on AHA will 'resonate for years to come'
Jun 29, 2022
Over a decade ago, he oversaw the creation of "Life's Simple 7" – pillars of cardiovascular health. As AHA president, he led the update to "Essential 8."
When the AHA needs something done, this Gold Heart awardee answers the call
Jun 23, 2022
Cardiologist-turned-CEO Dr. John Warner of Dallas receives the organization's highest volunteer honor. A former AHA president, he remains on the national board of directors.
'Terrified' by hypertrophic cardiomyopathy diagnosis, Michigan man is now on a healthy path
Jun 22, 2022
He's pursuing graduate studies in physiology in hopes of doing research to help patients with the condition.
The late Carol Barr honored as husband leads charge against valvular heart disease
Jun 9, 2022
Carol Barr thought her mitral valve prolapse was no cause for worry. But she died of sudden cardiac arrest from the disease.