Black people rarely hit the ski slopes, but those who love winter sports are working to change that
Jan 17, 2023
Most people who ski or snowboard are white, but efforts are being made to expose more diverse groups of young people to snow sports.
Health Disparities News
Report highlights lack of medical worker diversity – and how to fix that
Jan 5, 2023
Having more medical workers from underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds is crucial for health in a more diverse America, says a new report that also looks at barriers and ways to remove them.
AHA News' most-read women's health stories of 2022
Dec 21, 2022
While cardiovascular disease remains the No. 1 killer of women, these top stories of 2022 dig into other topics like breast cancer, maternal mortality and racial disparities.
AHA News' most-read health equity stories of 2022
Dec 20, 2022
From scientific studies to firsthand experiences, here are this year's top 5 stories shining a light on health disparities in America.
How aging influences heart attack treatment in older adults
Dec 12, 2022
Age-related changes in the cardiovascular system and overall health can create complications in treating heart attacks and unstable angina, a new report says.
A new route to keeping women in rural communities healthy
Nov 15, 2022
Women taking part in a health program in their rural town improved their health and fitness – and stayed healthy after the program ended – according to a new study.
Mothers could develop high blood pressure months after childbirth
Nov 15, 2022
Some women develop high blood pressure well after postpartum care ends and such cases may be missed, new research suggests.
Study of heart disease trends reflects diversity among Asian Americans
Nov 14, 2022
Cardiovascular disease rates may be rising faster in Asian subgroups than in white people – with the exception of people of Japanese and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander descent.
Teens' research highlights lasting heart health effects of redlining
Nov 9, 2022
An internship project for two Houston high school students opened their eyes to the lasting health consequences of structural racism. Now they're trying to do something about it.
AHA president: The connection between economic adversity and cardiovascular health
Nov 6, 2022
In her Presidential Address at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions conference, Dr. Michelle Albert focused her speech on the subject that's been one focus of her distinguished career.