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WEBOur mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. As we move into the second century of our work, we are advancing health and hope for everyone, …

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Researchers awarded $15 million to study inflammation’s …

WEBDALLAS, April 17, 2024— Research teams from Northwestern University Chicago Campus, University of Michigan and University of Pittsburgh will lead a $15 …

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Healthy for Good: Infographics American Heart Association

WEBA picture is worth a thousand words, so our infographics will tell you everything you need to know about being Healthy for Good.

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Continuing efforts are addressing health disparities …

WEBDALLAS, April 17, 2024 — Language barriers, longstanding structural racism barriers, underrepresentation within the ranks of health care professionals and higher …

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Why is physical activity so important for health and well …

WEBHere are some other benefits you may get with regular physical activity: Helps you quit smoking and stay tobacco-free. Boosts your energy level so you can get …

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Healthy for Good American Heart Association

WEBHealthy for Good is a revolutionary movement to inspire you to create lasting change in your health and your life, one small step at a time. The approach is simple: …

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Healthy Lifestyle American Heart Association

WEBLife's Essential 8. The American Heart Association announced a checklist to measure cardiovascular health, which now includes healthy sleep – a response to the latest …

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High Blood Pressure American Heart Association

WEBHigh blood pressure, also referred to as hypertension, is when your blood pressure, the force of blood flowing through your blood vessels, is consistently too high. Get the facts. …

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Why everyone should care about health disparities – and what to …

WEB(Softulka/iStock, Getty Images) Lea en español. The coronavirus pandemic and the equity movement have shined a spotlight on longstanding systemic problems …

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A growing understanding of the link between movement and health

WEBA growing understanding of the link between movement and health. By Laura Williamson, American Heart Association News. (J_art/Moment via Getty Images) …

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Healthy Eating American Heart Association

WEBHealthy Eating. Healthy eating starts with healthy food choices. You don’t need to be a chef to create nutritious, heart-healthy meals your family will love. Learn what to look for at …

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The Ten Ways to Improve Your Heart Health Infographic

WEBThe Ten Ways to Improve Your Heart Health. Balance calories with physical activity. Reach for a variety of fruits and vegetables. Choose whole grains. Include healthy protein …

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Understanding How Stress Affects the Body American Heart …

WEBStress is a fact of life. A 2022 American Psychological Association survey found that a whopping 76% of respondents reported experiencing at least one symptom …

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'Safety bundles' may reduce pregnancy-related deaths, particularly

WEBAmerican Heart Association News Stories. American Heart Association News covers heart disease, stroke and related health issues. Not all views expressed in …

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1 in 5 people awaiting a transplant are Hispanic. Here's what to …

WEBAmerican Heart Association News Stories. American Heart Association News covers heart disease, stroke and related health issues. Not all views expressed in …

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For green spaces to be most beneficial to health, they need to be

WEBAmerican Heart Association News Stories. American Heart Association News covers heart disease, stroke and related health issues. Not all views expressed in …

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Cracking the calcium code to understand its role in health

WEBCalcium is best known as the building material for your skeleton. More than 99% of it is in bones and teeth. But calcium also plays several roles related to heart …

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Thankfulness: How Gratitude Can Help Your Health

WEBTo balance out this natural tendency, we can practice gratitude — a good medicine. Research has shown that that the practice of gratitude is associated with …

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AHA News' most-read women's health stories of 2023

WEBHere are the year's top 5 stories on these topics and more, ranked in order of unique page views. 1. Pregnancy complications could increase a woman's stroke risk …

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Life's Essential 8™

WEBMake smart choices and swaps to build an overall healthy eating style. Watch calories and eat smaller portions. Enjoy vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, legumes, nuts, plant …

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Families often have chief medical officers – and they're almost …

WEBAmerican Heart Association News Stories. American Heart Association News covers heart disease, stroke and related health issues. Not all views expressed in …

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6 things every woman should know about heart health

WEBLack of sleep – getting less than six or seven hours a night – is connected to heart disease, research has shown. Poor sleep has been linked to high blood pressure, …

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How a sedentary behavior expert finds time to move

WEBYou're probably familiar with it: Adults in the U.S. spend an average of six to eight hours a day sitting, the AHA advisory pointed out. Which is not good, Young said. …

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AHA 2024 Healthcare Volunteer of the Year honored for his efforts …

WEBSpotlighting the link between cardiac risks and stroke is a passion of Steven Manoukian, the American Heart Association's 2024 Healthcare Volunteer of the Year. …

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