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American Heart Association
Wellness and Fitness Services
Dallas, Texas 981,404 followers
Advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere. Our future is about improving yours.
About us
For 100 years, the American Heart Association has worked to build longer, healthier lives. And there’s no letting up in the next 100 years. Our future is about improving yours. The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. We are committed to advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere. We are advocates of good health and promoters of positive behaviors, nutritious eating habits and healthy lifestyles. We also fund cutting-edge research and professional education programs. We promise to have an extraordinary impact on your life by empowering you and your loved ones to save lives, live healthier and enjoy more peace of mind about cardiovascular health. Join our communities: Facebook: http://facebook.com/AmericanHeart Twitter: http://twitter.com/American_Heart YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/American_Heart Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/americanheart Instagram: http://instagram.com/american_heart Blog: http://blog.heart.org Heart News: http://twitter.com/heartnews ASA Facebook: http://facebook.com/AmericanStroke ASA Twitter: http://twitter.com/American_Stroke Science News Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahasciencenews Science News Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/AHACPR CPR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AHACPR CPR Twitter: http://twitter.com/heartCPR Go Red For Women Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goredforwomen Go Red For Women Twitter: http://twitter.com/goredforwomen Advocacy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourethecure Advocacy Twitter: http://twitter.com/AmHeartAdvocacy
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http://www.heart.org
External link for American Heart Association
- Industry
- Wellness and Fitness Services
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Dallas, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1924
- Specialties
- cardiovascular disease, heart disease, stroke, Go Red For Women, Together To End Stroke, Power To End Stroke, Family Health Challenge, Heart Walk, Jump Rope For Heart, Hoops For Heart, Teaching Gardens, CPR, You're the Cure, nonprofit, healthy living, nutrition, and heart.org
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Employees at American Heart Association
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Lisa Suennen, GCB.D
Venture Investor | Executive/Operating Leader | Board Director | Growth Strategist - Digital Health, Health Services & Medical Device
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Sunita Lal
Consumer Insights & Brand Strategy Executive | Data Analytics | Growth Catalyst for CPG, D2C, B2B, Healthcare, and Mission-Driven Brands
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Heather Harrison
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Ryan Lahti
Strategic Advisor, Board Member, Executive Coach (PCC) - Midsize & Growth Organizations | Author, Keynote Speaker on High-Risk, Complex Situations |…
Updates
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Experience the future of health care in the Health Innovation Pavilion at Scientific Sessions. The Center for Health Technology & innovation is excited to host three days of discussions, demonstrations, contests and conversations exploring how health tech can improve patient outcomes, lower costs and reduce barriers to care. Scroll through the schedule below this week at #AHA24.
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New updates to first aid guidelines recommend updates to first aid training and practice based on the latest science, and encourage all rescuers, whether bystanders or trained providers, to act in an emergency. Here are 10 things to know from the 2024 American Heart Association and American Red Cross Guidelines for First Aid.
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Published today, these guidelines represent the first update of first aid treatment recommendations since 2010. http://spr.ly/6045s8aUh Key topics that are new, revised, or have significant new literature include: opioid overdose, bleeding control, open chest wounds, spinal motion restriction, hypothermia, frostbite, presyncope, anaphylaxis, snakebite, oxygen administration, and the use of pulse oximetry in first aid, with the inclusion of pediatric-specific guidance as warranted.
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The Guidelines for First Aid, published today and codeveloped by the American Heart Association and American Red Cross, represent the first comprehensive update since 2010. http://spr.ly/6041s8xMB 📷 AHA’s Opioid-Associated Emergency for Lay Responders Algorithm
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⚠️ Providing CPR on a firm surface remains important, but this must be balanced with avoiding delays in CPR initiation. ⚠️ http://spr.ly/6048s8IRs This paper is the 2024 review of the evidence from the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR).
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Busy days. Endless demands. Distractions everywhere. The good news is that there are ways to prioritize your mental and physical well-being during the workday. Small changes can lead to big improvements. #WellbeingWorksBetter
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Singer-songwriter and musician, Amy Grant understands first-hand that cardiovascular disease remains the No. 1 cause of death for women. In 2020, the Grammy Award winner underwent open heart surgery to correct a rare condition affecting her heart, which her doctor referred to as a ticking time bomb. Grant specifically credits the research and medical breakthroughs funded by the American Heart Association as the reason she has more time to do the things she loves with those she loves.
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Within #TheAHALife, you have the opportunity to unlock your full potential and achieve your career goals. Our professional development program goes beyond traditional mentorship—it's a dynamic exchange of knowledge, an expansion of professional networks, and a pathway to growth opportunities. Check out the inspiring story of Chris Lewis and Rosa Argueta to see how this program has enriched their experience at the American Heart Association! Do you have a mentor or mentee? Give them a shoutout of encouragement below! 📣
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Healthy food may help treat and prevent type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and pregnancy complications. By integrating healthy food into the health care system, we could improve outcomes, lower costs and reduce disparities for millions. #FoodIsMedicine
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