IMPLEMENT-HF™
Heart Failure is projected to impact more than 8 million people by the year 2030. Of primary concern, data shows that approximately 25% of heart failure patients pass away within one year of diagnosis. These factors among others, are why it is more important than ever for the American Heart Association to drive efforts that focus on increasing healthy life expectancy (HALE).
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To tackle the problem, we have launched IMPLEMENT-HF™. The goal of IMPLEMENT-HF™ is to enhance the patient experience and build a bridge between heart failure care settings in order to achieve precise heart failure management and improve outcomes for all patients. This innovative initiative will take place in seven regions across the country:
Full List of Participating Sites (PDF)
Chicago, Illinois
East Central North Carolina
Kansas City, Missouri
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
New Jersey
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
St. Louis, Missouri
IMPLEMENT HF™
Heart & Stroke Helper App
An app that supports self-management for heart failure and other cardiovascular disease risk factors.
Heart & Stroke Helper lets you:
- Track progress on lifestyle habits
- Track numbers, including weight, blood pressure and more
- Manage medications
- Receive trusted information
- Connect with others for inspiration