ABC’s chief medical correspondent aims to reach millions.
Federal guidelines and Heart Association guidance both encourage limiting added sugars and highly processed foods, but there are differences.
You may have heard a misconception that Procter & Gamble gave the American Heart Association $1.5 million - the equivalent of more than $20 million today - in 1948. That's actually false.
Jun 24, 2025
Cass Wheeler saw his calling as helping others. He did so throughout his 35 years with the American Heart Association, the last 10 spent as CEO.
Jun 23, 2025
A new study suggests stroke survivors who follow physical activity guidelines for preventing future strokes may also experience better mental health than their less-active peers.
Jun 16, 2025
Robyn Landry, an executive vice president, will receive the Earl B. Beagle Award for Staff Excellence.
Jun 13, 2025
Dr. Mitch Elkind will be honored for a lifetime of work focused on stroke and cardiovascular health.
Jun 13, 2025
Exposure before birth to human-made chemicals called PFAS may lead to increased systolic blood pressure in adolescence, especially for boys and Black children, a new study finds.
Jun 12, 2025
Tech leader Lip-Bu Tan hopes his leadership inspires others in advancing the American Heart Association's lifesaving mission.
Jun 12, 2025
A Father's Day meal doesn't have to fall into unhealthy traps. Try these ideas for keeping things fun and flavorful.
Jun 11, 2025
Dr. B.J. Hicks, the AHA's Physician of the Year, is recognized as a champion for stroke prevention, better treatment and equitable health.
Jun 10, 2025
From teen community activist to celebrated health executive, Bert Scott serves with heart.
Jun 6, 2025
Through Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative, Dr. Daniel Croley has championed root-cause solutions for whole-person wellness.
Jun 2, 2025
American Heart Association honor celebrates global contributions and vision of cardiologist and health economist Dr. Dhruv Kazi.
May 29, 2025
Dr. Joshua Beckman's desire to ease suffering — not just among his patients, but for everyone, everywhere — is rooted in his own childhood illness.