American Heart Association

The American Heart Association (AHA) is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that supports research on heart health, teaches people about healthy lifestyles, and promotes proper heart care. Its goal is to lower the number of disabilities and deaths related to heart disease and stroke. Established in New York City in 1924, the AHA is now located in Dallas, Texas. It acts as a national health organization that encourages voluntary efforts for better heart health.

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A colleague found her on the floor. She'd had a rare, often fatal stroke.

2 weeks ago | heart.org | Diane Daniel

By Diane Daniel, American Heart Association News Sitting at her desk in the office of the Vassar College film department in Poughkeepsie, New York, Jodi Hammell pulled out the southwestern salad she'd bought for lunch. Most days, she drove home during her break to walk her dog, but her car had broken down the day before and she had no transportation. Out of nowhere, she felt extremely lethargic. Then she couldn't move the left side of her body. She began breathing heavily.
Ace your finals – healthwise, at least – with this advice

2 weeks ago | heart.org | Michael Merschel

American Heart Association News Stories American Heart Association News covers heart disease, stroke and related health issues. Not all views expressed in American Heart Association News stories reflect the official position of the American Heart Association.
Her chest pain kept being labeled heartburn or anxiety. Then came 2 heart attacks and 6 cardiac arrests.

3 weeks ago | heart.org | Katherine Shaver

American Heart Association News Stories American Heart Association News covers heart disease, stroke and related health issues. Not all views expressed in American Heart Association News stories reflect the official position of the American Heart Association.
Caring for her mother, a medical student learned how a little compassion can make a difference

3 weeks ago | heart.org | Michael Merschel

Published: April 18, 2025 By Michael Merschel, American Heart Association News Lea en españolWhen Diana Castillo Bonilla tells the story of how a little girl from Colombia grew up to be a medical student in Michigan, her face shows nothing but smiles. As she describes her journey, it's easy to envision her as a child, clutching her mother's old medical textbooks, running around in a white T-shirt that was the closest thing she could find to a doctor's lab coat.
His heart stopped after a run. His daughter, a nurse, helped restart it.

4 weeks ago | heart.org | Lindsey Giardino

American Heart Association News Stories American Heart Association News covers heart disease, stroke and related health issues. Not all views expressed in American Heart Association News stories reflect the official position of the American Heart Association.
Call 911 for heart attack or stroke symptoms, or just drive to the ER? What doctors say you should do

1 month ago | heart.org | Michael Merschel

Published: April 15, 2025 By Michael Merschel, American Heart Association News Lea en españolYou're having chest pain, or you fear that your spouse is having a stroke – and you're thinking of just driving to a hospital instead of calling 911. What do emergency department doctors think of that plan?
A heart artery tore weeks before her due date, putting the lives of mom and baby at risk

1 month ago | heart.org | Deborah Lynn Blumberg

Published: April 11, 2025 By Deborah Lynn Blumberg, American Heart Association News Nearly nine months pregnant, Nefertari Nelson-Williams sunk into her sofa after a long Sunday caring for her four kids. She clicked on the TV and flipped to her favorite show of late, TLC's "A Baby Story."Although she was an experienced mom, watching episodes of pregnancy complications was a good reminder that every birth and baby are different.
How dogs and cats can get lifesaving CPR from their owners

1 month ago | heart.org | Laura Williamson

Published: April 10, 2025 By Laura Williamson, American Heart Association News Watching a beloved pet fall seriously ill can be heart-wrenching, especially if Fluffy or Fido becomes unresponsive. But did you know you might be able to save your dog's or cat's life by administering CPR?
An 8-minute limit at cardiac rehab propelled heart attack survivor to push for more

1 month ago | heart.org | Diane Daniel

By Diane Daniel, American Heart Association News Sheron Lee insisted she couldn't fit any sort of exercise into her busy day. A systems accountant for the federal government, she often put work above everything, sometimes even skipping family vacations. Even getting to work took commitment; she commuted an hour each way between her home in Hammond, Louisiana, and her office in New Orleans. Weekends were out, too.
He refused to leave the ER. More tests revealed a 99.9% blocked heart artery.

1 month ago | heart.org | Deborah Lynn Blumberg

Published: March 31, 2025 By Deborah Lynn Blumberg, American Heart Association News In his early to mid-40s, Matt Bowman powered through triathlons and joined friends for 100-mile bike rides in the wide open countryside outside Richardson, Texas. But at 48, he started to slow down. He couldn't keep up with his cyclist friends. His heart rate shot up while exercising. He went to see a cardiologist for some explanation.