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Double Your Impact Now to Help Save Lives
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Going away to school?
The first year of college often means taking on responsibility for your own health for the first time. To help with that transition, here are nine things to keep in mind.
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Heart and Stroke Helper™ App
Are you looking for support after stroke? Our free self-management tool is for survivors and their caregivers to better manage their health all in one place.
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Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Health
A third of Americans are at high risk for CKM syndrome, a health disorder related to the connections among heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes and obesity.
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The AHA Turns 100
For 100 years, the American Heart Association, along with our volunteers, supporters and collaborating organizations, has worked to build longer, healthier lives. And there’s no letting up in the next 100 years as we remain devoted to a future of health and hope for everyone, everywhere.
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Join 100 Ways In 100 Days
To celebrate our 100-year anniversary, we have a gift for you! Join our FREE, exclusive program to get an email each week for the next 100 days providing you with valuable health tips on eating better, moving more, and improving overall wellbeing.
Make 2024 your best year yet!
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