The serendipitous path that led Donald Lloyd-Jones to becoming AHA president
Jul 6, 2021
Family ties, professional teamwork and more helped shape his mission to define cardiovascular health at all stages — and then improve it.
Around the AHA
Stories and helpful information from the AHA
New AHA board chairperson driven to improve health care
He has built a career on connecting providers, technology and people.
American Heart Association's visionary, transformative CEO dies at 84
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.
What Actually Happened
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.
What does the sugar in beverages do to your body?
Sugary drinks can up your risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's what the science says (and what you can do about it).
His term as AHA president over, Elkind still aims to tackle pre-pandemic priorities
Jul 1, 2021
As a neurologist, he hopes to better bridge the worlds of heart health and brain health.
Honoree's strategy is to 'lead with your heart'
Jun 30, 2021
Educator and volunteer is the recipient of the AHA's first Woman Changing the World award.
When pandemic challenged AHA, Bertram Scott helped 'meet the moment'
Jun 29, 2021
Tough choices have marked the past 15 months for the outgoing board chairman and longtime volunteer.
After brother's diagnosis, New Jersey woman unlocks her own
Jun 24, 2021
Ongoing, troubling symptoms are explained away – and then put on a back burner – before she learns she has hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Researcher celebrated for dedication to innovative science, next generation of investigators
Jun 21, 2021
Former AHA President Steven Houser will receive a Gold Heart Award, the organization's highest volunteer honor, recognizing his decades of service.
Physician honored for promoting access to cardiology care
Jun 17, 2021
Technology-powered initiative provides doctor-to-doctor consultations for under-resourced communities.
Those who can, teach: Nurse practitioner receives AHA's highest volunteer honor
Jun 10, 2021
Lynne Braun's goal of making a difference led her to community education, AHA leadership roles and initiatives to improve cardiovascular care for women.
From resolving tax matters to saving lives, Gold Heart awardee answered call to serve
Jun 8, 2021
A last-minute role as chair of a local Heart Walk was a first step toward multiple AHA leadership roles.
CPR advocate, award recipient comes full circle
Jun 3, 2021
John Meiners has worn a lot of hats during his 31 years with the AHA. But saving lives is always top of mind.
Honoree helped transform acute stroke care
Jun 1, 2021
Dr. Marc Fisher, whose work has focused on identifying stroke patients who could benefit from a clot-removal procedure, will receive the AHA's Gold Heart Award.
Masks can be off (mostly) for fully vaccinated Americans
May 24, 2021
(Oscar Wong/Moment, Getty Images) Take off the mask? The answer is a qualified "yes" for Americans who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention relaxes restrictions imposed in the early days of the pandemic.