What happens when lifelong giver becomes recipient? She gives even more.
Oct 15, 2018
Connecticut woman savors fruits of her efforts for herself, husband and son.
Cardiac Arrest
Bystander CPR rates rising, but survival chances worse for women
Sep 25, 2018
While bystander CPR rates are going up, survival outcomes after cardiac arrest are worse for women than for men, according to a recent study.
Look! It's a lifesaving device! Time to send a selfie to Zapgirl!
Sep 25, 2018
Nashville woman powered by a defibrillator devoted to spreading awareness of AEDs.
A cardiac arrest hit while cycling. Months later, he was hiking.
Sep 18, 2018
A near-fatal cardiac arrest during a two-day bike ride inspired a successful businessman to chart a new course.
His dad's heart stopped suddenly at age 53. His stopped at 42.
Sep 17, 2018
John Hoerster’s story underscores the importance of knowing CPR, being willing to use it.
Teen goes into cardiac arrest during spelling bee
Sep 5, 2018
During an eighth-grade spelling bee, Emma Baker went into cardiac arrest. Her heart didn't beat for 45 minutes.
CPR training at school now required in 38 states
Aug 23, 2018
An ordinary afternoon became extraordinary when Anthony Rosa Compres saved a man’s life with CPR. Currently, 38 states require CPR training to graduate high school.
AHA Physician of the Year passionate about bystander CPR
Jul 16, 2018
Losing his grandfather to cardiac arrest led Dr. Robert Sanchez to a career in medicine. His volunteer leadership earned him the American Heart Association's Physician of the Year award.
Drowning can be fast and silent, but it can be prevented, too
Jul 12, 2018
Drowning doesn’t always look like it does on TV. A few simple, intentional steps can significantly lower the risk.
Pennsylvania doctor makes lifesaving house call, in his own home
Jul 11, 2018
A chance 6 a.m. phone call resulted in Dr. Matt Austin being awake to save his wife Stephanie during a cardiac arrest.