- 1. Single-Parent and Working-Parent Heart Health The American Heart Association explains how single parents and working parents can find time for heart health and health eating.
- 2. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is a classroom, video-based, Instructor-led course that uses a series of simulated pediatric emergencies to reinforce the important concepts of a systematic approach to pediatric assessment, basic life support, PALS treatment algorithms, effective resuscitation and team dynamics.
- 3. Problem: Mitral Valve Regurgitation Mitral regurgitation is leakage of blood backward through the mitral valve each time the left ventricle contracts. Learn about ongoing care of this condition.
- 4. Ross Procedure The Ross procedure is often very effective for treating damaged aortic valves. Learn why it works
- 5. Healthcare Providers Through dynamic training solutions, the American Heart Association prepares healthcare providers to effectively respond to life-threatening cardiac events. A variety of course options with continuing ed credits are available.
- 6. Problem: Pulmonary Valve Stenosis Pulmonary stenosis is a restriction of blood flowing through the valve from the heart to the lungs. Learn about treatment and ongoing care of this condition.
- 7. Numbers don't lie ?Numbers don?t lie,? notes one of our Latina volunteers. ?I finally found something that helps my family see that they need to take care of their health.? She is referring to Heart 360®, the American Heart Association on-line tool that helps people monitor blood pressure as part of their overall heart health, while also providing helpful advice and information.
- 8. Options for Heart Valve Repair The goal of heart valve surgery is to cure the problem or lengthen life by restoring the function of your heart valves. Learn about valve repair vs replacement.
- 9. Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR or TAVI) Patients who cannot tolerate surgery for aortic valve replacement may be good candidates for a less invasive approach called TAVI or TAVR.
- 10. HeartCode® BLS Part 1 HeartCode® BLS Part 1 is a Web-based, self-paced instructional program that uses eSimulation technology to allow students to assess and treat patients in virtual healthcare settings.
- 11. Healthy Challenge Scavenger Hunt activites for kids
- 12. Help your family by cooking at home Preparing home cooked meals helps your family live a healthier lifestyle, which is especially important for Latinos at high risk for heart disease and stroke. The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association makes cooking at home easy with our Simple Cooking With Heart program. Juntos, March 2013
- 13. Public Funding for Prevention Public Funding for Prevention
- 14. Webinar: Cultural Competency - A Road Map to Advancing Health Equity This web conference is designed to provide medical professionals working with patients in the hospital and clinic-based environment with strategies that promote the delivery of inclusive and culturally competent health care.
- 15. Utah volunteer helps Latinos take charge of their health Utah volunteer, Brenelly Flores, helps Latinos take charge of their health
- 16. Make Fast Food Friendlier How to make fast food friendlier for Kids
- 17. Healthy Post-Play Snacks Healthier Kids - Healthy post play snacks
- 18. Healthier Kids Getting Healthy > Healthier Kids
- 19. Why is Getting Active So Important? Physical activity is proven to improve both mental and physical health. The American Heart Association gives information about importance of physical activity
- 20. Physical Activity Getting as little as 30 minutes of physical activity a day can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. The American Heart Association's physical activity website offers recommendations on how to reduce your risk of heart disease and better your heart health.
- 21. National Walking Day 2013 - South Sound People throughout the United States will lace up their sneakers and come together to take steps to living a healthier life for themselves, their families and their communities.
- 22. Resources to get you moving Resources to help get you moving
- 23. Roles of Your Four Heart Valves To better understand your valve condition and to help prepare you to understand everything your healthcare provider will discuss, it helps to know the role each heart valve plays in providing healthy blood circulation.
- 24. Healthy Diet Goals Start your heart-healthy diet today by knowing the basics of eating healthy.
- 25. Founders Health Fair Toolkit Health Fair Toolkit with resources for adults & children
- 26. Start! Pee Dee Heart Walk
- 27. Tips for Eating Breakfast Tips for Eating Breakfast from The American Heart Association.
- 28. Las Vegas chef proves healthy foods taste good Go Red Por Tu Corazón continues to create excitement in Las Vegas celebrating the energy, passion and power of Latinas working together to wipe out heart disease. Local volunteers include Chef Leticia Gardea who was a featured speaker at the second annual Go Red Por Tu Corazón luncheon highlighting American Heart Month on Feb. 23.
- 29. Problem: Aortic Valve Stenosis Aortic stenosis (or AS) is a narrowing of the aortic valve opening. Learn how it affects the heart valve and what you can do about it.
- 30. Problem: Aortic Valve Regurgitation Aortic regurgitation describes the leakage of the aortic valve each time the left ventricle relaxes. Learn about ongoing care of this condition.
- 31. Heart Valve Problems and Causes If you?re seeking to better understand a heart valve problem, the American Heart Association can help. Learn about potential problems and causes of heart valve issues.
- 32. Access to Medicaid and Medicare Access to Medicare and Medicaid Federal Issues page
- 33. Greater Boston Cultural Health Initiatives Great Boston cultural health initiatives
- 34. Health Equity Volunteer Leadership Our volunteers and our partners are at the heart and soul of our mission. The American Heart Association strives to be a true partner and resource for the communities of Greater Boston.
- 35. Heart Valves and Infective Endocarditis Learn about infective endocarditis and how it can affect your heart valves.
- 36. Heart Valve Terms and Related Conditions As you prepare for heart valve testing for a complete diagnosis, here are some terms and related conditions you may find helpful
- 37. Healthy Ingredients simple cooking with heart healthy ingredients article list.
- 38. BLS for Healthcare Providers - Classroom The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Classroom Course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner.
- 39. Risks for Heart Valve Problems Learn who is at risk of having heart valve problems or valvular heart disease.
- 40. 2013 South Sound Heart and Stroke Walk 2013 South Sound Heart Walk
- 41. Greater Boston Cultural Health Initiatives Local Programs Local programs in greater Boston for cultural health initiatives
- 42. Answers by Heart Fact Sheets: Lifestyle and Risk Reduction The American Heart Association offers these Answers By Heart patient information sheets answer important questions about quitting smoking, improving your diet, increasing physical activity, and controlling cholesterol and high blood pressure.
- 43. Heart Valve Diagnosis Criteria As you prepare for heart valve testing for a complete diagnosis, there are several criteria used to determine your particular needs.
- 44. Healthy Eating and Your Family simple cooking with heart healthy eating and your family article list
- 45. Understanding Your Heart Valve Treatment Options Recovery statistics are very good for people who receive proper treatment of their heart valve problems. Learn about the different treatment options available.
- 46. Problem: Mitral Valve Stenosis Mitral stenosis is a narrowing of the mitral valve opening. Learn about its causes and treatments.
- 47. Cookbooks
- 48. Health Equity in the Northeast Health Equity for the American Heart Association Founders Affiliate.
- 49. Testing for Heart Valve Problems To fully understand your heart valve problem, your medical team may want to perform a series of tests to provide a complete picture of what needs repair and what may be best left alone. Learn about the various tests you may undergo.
- 50. Kitchen Equipment and Food Safety Simple Cooking with Heart Kitchen equipment and food safety article list.
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