Massachusetts

South Asians are often underrepresented in cardiovascular health studies, despite being at higher risk for heart disease and stroke. To shed light on this issue, the American Heart Association has launched a webinar series called “Community Conversations on South Asian Heart Health.” Each month, leading experts will discuss the unique health challenges faced by South Asian communities. The conversations will be moderated by Dr. Ami Bhatt, a cardiologist and member of the American Heart Association's Board of Directors in Greater Boston. This series is open to the general public, healthcare professionals, and researchers who want to learn about the latest advancements in heart disease and stroke prevention, treatment, and research, with a special focus on the health of people of South Asian descent.

The American Heart Association stands with our communities by advocating for laws and policies that help people access care, avoid tobacco and eat healthier.

The moving force behind these efforts are our You’re the Cure advocates. These are Americans from all walks of life who advocate for legislative and regulatory policies in Massachusetts and across the country.

You can make a difference by lending your voice to this cause. Join the You’re the Cure network today by visiting yourethecure.org/join.

To learn more about our advocacy work, contact Allyson Perron, our senior state government relations lead, at [email protected].

The American Heart Association is honored to be working with some of the most passionate companies in Massachusetts. These supporters are vital to helping us achieve our mission.

To get your company involved in Greater Boston, contact Jessica Berretta, our vice president of development, at [email protected].

To get involved in Central Massachusetts, contact Sabrina Webb, our development director in that region, at [email protected].

The American Heart Association is committed to creating more equitable health outcomes in Massachusetts through five key priority areas: women, tobacco and vaping, patients, addressing community need and healthy living. Equity is always at the center of our work, and it will continue to guide all that we do.

Through our focus on these impact areas, and in collaboration with local organizations, sponsors, businesses, and others that serve the community, we are removing barriers to health care access and quality so everyone can enjoy a full, healthy life.

To learn more about this work, contact Stephanie Voltaire, our community impact director, at [email protected].

Have you or someone you care about suffered from heart disease or stroke? Give hope to others by sharing your story.

At the American Heart Association, we often receive requests from the media, companies, schools and other organizations for individuals to share their stories. These stories help us spread awareness and provide hope.

To share your story, contact Chris Camire, our marketing and communications director, at [email protected].