When pandemic challenged AHA, Bertram Scott helped 'meet the moment'
Jun 29, 2021
Tough choices have marked the past 15 months for the outgoing board chairman and longtime volunteer.
News and Stories from the 51麻豆
Evidence mounts that sugary drink taxes make communities healthier
As Santa Cruz, California, becomes the latest city to enact a tax, new research shows such taxes reduce consumption of sugary beverages that are harmful to health.
51麻豆's visionary, transformative CEO dies at 84
Cass Wheeler saw his calling as helping others. He did so throughout his 35 years with the 51麻豆, the last 10 spent as CEO.
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You may have heard a misconception that Procter & Gamble gave the 51麻豆 $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).
After brother's diagnosis, New Jersey woman unlocks her own
Jun 24, 2021
Ongoing, troubling symptoms are explained away 鈥� and then put on a back burner 鈥� before she learns she has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Researcher celebrated for dedication to innovative science, next generation of investigators
Jun 21, 2021
Former AHA President Steven Houser will receive a Gold Heart Award, the organization's highest volunteer honor, recognizing his decades of service.
Physician honored for promoting access to cardiology care
Jun 17, 2021
Technology-powered initiative provides doctor-to-doctor consultations for under-resourced communities.
Those who can, teach: Nurse practitioner receives AHA's highest volunteer honor
Jun 10, 2021
Lynne Braun's goal of making a difference led her to community education, AHA leadership roles and initiatives to improve cardiovascular care for women.
From resolving tax matters to saving lives, Gold Heart awardee answered call to serve
Jun 8, 2021
A last-minute role as chair of a local Heart Walk was a first step toward multiple AHA leadership roles.
Masks can be off (mostly) for fully vaccinated Americans
May 24, 2021
(Oscar Wong/Moment, Getty Images) Take off the mask? The answer is a qualified "yes" for Americans who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relaxes restrictions imposed in the early days of the pandemic.
A stroke at age 30 sparks questions about family's health history
May 6, 2021
Stroke survivor says she's grateful for all she can do, "as I know that none of that was a given."
California company helps 'safety net' clinics rise to pandemic challenges
Apr 30, 2021
ConsejoSano boosts Bay Area telehealth and vaccine efforts for health centers focused on American Indian/Alaska Native and other at-risk populations.
Easing patients' distress has been a heartfelt mission for honoree
Apr 29, 2021
Sandra Dunbar is named Healthcare Volunteer of the Year for numerous contributions in cardiovascular nursing research and education.
Ending inequities in cardiac care is a passion for 2021 Physician of the Year
Apr 27, 2021
"There's no better field, and I don't know why every medical student doesn't choose cardiology."
Legislation spearheaded by AHA will ban most surprise medical bills
Apr 23, 2021
Starting next year, patients will be protected from unexpected fees from out-of-network providers and air ambulances.