American Heart Association honor celebrates global contributions and vision of cardiologist and health economist.
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.
Sugary drinks can up your risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's what the science says (and what you can do about it).
Jan 16, 2020
Students from Townsend Harris HS with their signs calling out Big Vape From coast to coast, schools are turning basketball game halftimes, pep rallies and other school activities into rallies for students’ health as part of the #QuitLying campaign.
Jan 13, 2020
Dr. Jennifer Ashton, ABC’s chief medical correspondent and American Heart Association national volunteer, talks about easy, free and fast ways to improve health – one month at a time
Dec 5, 2019
The American Heart Association’s public reporting website is a new resource to help patients make informed decisions about their care. Written in consumer-friendly language, it details hospitals’ adherence to the latest evidence-based treatment guidelines for atrial fibrillation.
Nov 13, 2019
Insomnia may significantly increase stroke risk, particularly for younger people. The risk of stroke may be much higher in people with insomnia compared to those who don’t have trouble sleeping, according to research in the American Heart Association journal Stroke.
Oct 29, 2019
Actress Jennie Garth was 13 when she realized that a stroke can strike anyone at any time. Her 16-year-old neighbor — a “vibrant, beautiful” young woman — had a stroke while getting ready for school. Several loved ones have since been affected by the disease.
Dec 22, 2018
Physical activity specifically in your leisure time could help keep your blood pressure at a healthy level, new research in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension suggests.