John Houston III, who advanced legacy of health equity, honored posthumously
Apr 15, 2021
"Innovation, empowerment, equity and a focus on underserved communities: Those were his buttons."
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.
What Actually Happened
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).
Two leaders honored for empowering volunteers
Apr 13, 2021
Their collaboration has yielded national AHA initiatives strengthening community ties.
For 2021 Voice of the Mission honorees, supporting the AHA is a family value
Apr 8, 2021
"When it comes to the 51麻豆, the answer is always going to be yes."
Alliance focuses on health and well-being for San Francisco's Chinese residents
Mar 26, 2021
At the outset of the coronavirus crisis, NICOS Chinese Health Coalition mobilized to provide education, support and advocacy.
Innovative farms make mark on urban food landscapes
Mar 19, 2021
Two Texas farms, recipients of AHA Foodscape Innovation Awards, are implementing creative food distribution solutions amid an urgent need for change in the food industry.
Patient won't let diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy define her
Mar 5, 2021
After years of visits to cardiologists, Kathryn Redmond 'finally had a name' for her health troubles.
AHA awards $60,000 to social entrepreneurs to improve health equity
Feb 5, 2021
The grants will support innovative approaches to remove barriers to health care access and quality.
U.S. commemorates 57th consecutive American Heart Month in February
Feb 1, 2021
It's February 鈥� American Heart Month 鈥� a time when the nation spotlights heart disease, the No. 1 killer of Americans.
Nick Saban named Paul 'Bear' Bryant Coach of the Year
Jan 14, 2021
The Paul "Bear" Bryant Awards program honors a top college football coach and raises lifesaving funds and awareness of heart disease and stroke.
AHA names top heart disease and stroke research advances of 2020
Dec 14, 2020
As a leading funder of heart- and stroke-related research, the AHA annually compiles a recap of pivotal scientific studies. Here are some of 2020's key developments.
Mujeres, la vacuna contra la gripe y COVID-19
Nov 10, 2020
Vacunarse es una forma importante de ayudar a disminuir una 鈥渄oble pandemia鈥� en la temporada de gripe y COVID-19. A la Dra. Sally Haskell de la Oficina de Salud para Veteranos le apasiona indicarles a todos que se vacunen en esta temporada de gripe.
Giving others the platform to soar
Oct 30, 2020
Midge LaPorte Epstein, who is retiring after 25 years at the 51麻豆, has received the organization's highest employee honor, the Earl B. Beagle Award for Staff Excellence.