Public Health Initiatives
American Heart Association Launches National Initiative to Combat Rising Heart Valve Disease Deaths
The American Heart Association has launched a comprehensive Heart Valve Initiative to address the growing mortality from heart valve disease, which affects over 28 million people worldwide and contributes to more than 60,000 annual U.S. deaths through improved diagnosis, treatment protocols, and public awareness.
American Heart Association Awards Scholarships to Student Leaders Promoting Heart Health
The American Heart Association has awarded $1,000 scholarships to five high school students nationwide for their leadership in promoting cardiovascular health, addressing the critical need to combat rising risk factors among young Americans.
Target: BP Initiative Recognizes 2,307 Healthcare Organizations for Hypertension Control Efforts
The American Heart Association and American Medical Association's Target: BP initiative is helping address the critical public health challenge of hypertension, which affects nearly half of U.S. adults and accounts for $50 billion in annual healthcare costs.
NFL PLAY 60 and Kids Heart Challenge Partner to Enhance Student Physical Activity and Mental Wellness
The American Heart Association and NFL are expanding their NFL PLAY 60 program in collaboration with Kids Heart Challenge to promote physical activity and mental wellness among students, offering new resources including family challenges, CPR training with Super Bowl ticket incentives, and school grants.
American Heart Association Expands Initiative to Combat Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome Across 15 U.S. Regions
The American Heart Association's expansion of its Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Health Initiative to 15 U.S. regions aims to address the interconnected conditions leading to heart disease and stroke, marking a significant step in public health intervention.
Major Retailers Join Forces to Combat Rising Cardiovascular Disease Crisis
As cardiovascular disease threatens to affect 61% of U.S. adults in the next 30 years, national retailers launch collaborative campaigns during American Heart Month to support critical research and health initiatives.