It’s impossible to choose healthy foods if they’re not there. I’m so excited about our work with communities and food companies like
@aramark
to bring you healthier options. 🍎🍇🥒🥕🤤
#NationalNutritionMonth
.
@SvatiShah
’s incredible journey as a respected cardiologist & researcher began as a struggling immigrant family in the Bronx. Now she’s on the cutting edge of solving medical mysteries by harnessing genomics & precision medicine at
@DukeU
.
#HeartMonth
Behind the scenes with
@RealDoctorMike
. I sat down with this family medicine physician and media personality who's passionate about combatting medical misinformation and empowering people to make informed health decisions. Coming soon on the next episode of
#AtTHeHeartofIt
.
A mighty congratulations to Zainab Mahmoud, MD, MSc, recipient of the 2023 Dr. Nanette K. Wenger Research Goes Red® Award. Here she is speaking about her work on racial disparities in specific maternal cardiovascular outcomes.
#AHA23
@iNabmahmoud
On behalf of
@American_Heart
, we convey our condolences & profound sadness over the passing of Justice
#RuthBaderGinsberg
. She was an extraordinary jurist who tirelessly championed racial & gender equity. Her commitment to public service & contributions will not be forgotten.
Congrats to
@American_Heart
's 2023 Distinguished Scientists and Distinguished Scientist Lecturer. These scientific leaders making major independent contributions in CV, stroke and/or brain health research will be formally recognized during Scientific Sessions 2023 in Nov. (1/3)
My friend and colleague,
@kevin_volpp
, shares his recovery story after cardiac arrest kept him from breathing for 14 minutes. Now, he’s educating others on
#CPR
to save more lives.
The youth of
#Philly
band together at
#AHA19
to
#QuitLying
. “My generation was literally suppose to be the first generation not addicted to nicotine, but then vaping came along & everything changed.”— Katelyn Q.
#AHA19
Congrats to AHA's 2022 Distinguished Scientists and Distinguished Scientist Lecturer! These 8 innovators making major independent contributions to research anchored in cardiovascular, stroke or brain health will be formally recognized during Scientific Sessions in Nov. (1/3)
It’s official — Philadelphia’s sweetened beverage tax is constitutional. After a 2-year court battle,
@American_Heart
applauds today’s
#PhillyBevTax
ruling. Let’s hope Harrisburg is listening.
.
@BernardJTyson
cared passionately about the health and well-being of all people.
@American_Heart
is humbled to honor his legacy through the Bernard J. Tyson Fund for Equitable Health and Well-Being.
#AHA19
Are you ready for National
#WearRedDay
tomorrow, 2/4? I’ll be wearing my favorite color ... red! Let’s stand together to take charge of our own heart health and the health of those we love.
#GoRedforWomen
#HeartMonth
Congratulations
@MikeBloomberg
for making a global impact to ensure safer, longer and healthier lives. You are incredibly deserving of the
@American_Heart
Ron Haddock International Impact Award.
@BloombergDotOrg
So inspired by
@Joseph_C_Wu
’s vision. “We are all better off when we are part of a team, especially when we all work together to do the right thing for the right reasons … because
#CV
disease does not care about any differences that may divide us.”
#AHA23
So proud of Dr. Michelle Albert. Captivated by her presidential address about how economic adversity impacts health and the things we can do to improve it. Full replay will be available tomorrow.
#AHA22
.
@BernardJTyson
was a friend first. We have lost a passionate leader & an honorable man. His visionary leadership & powerful ideas transformed the healthcare landscape in this country and around the world, allowing people to live longer, healthier lives. I will miss him greatly.
"The ability to access health data from an on-demand electrocardiogram (ECG) is potentially game-changing especially when evaluating atrial fibrillation." -
@American_Heart
President
@ivorbenjamin2
#AppleEvent
Massachusetts just became the 6th state to ban tobacco sales to people under 21 and the 1st state to ban tobacco sales in pharmacies. Thank you
@MassGovernor
! Who’s next?
Honored to host such a revered cadre of leaders tackling big challenges to improve women’s heart health and empowering women to create a healthier world for all.
@GoRedForWomen
#HeartMonth
We applaud
@Apple
for joining
@American_Heart
and others to stand up against big
#vape
and their lies. Our hope is others will join in this united front.
Thank you to these champions and the thousands more who showed off their red on
#WearRedDay
. Let’s raise awareness for women's No. 1 health threat all month and all year long.
#GoRedforWomen
#HeartMonth
Thank you
@POTUS
and
@FLOTUS
for raising awareness about
#CVD
this
#HeartMonth
! Reclaim one healthy habit this February to benefit your heart and the hearts of those you love.
.
@McDonalds
Happy Meals to now meet or beat
@American_Heart
low-sodium threshold & will promote bottled water -- a giant step forward to help improve public health
Congratulations
@califf001
!
@POTUS
announced he will nominate Dr. Califf for commissioner of the
@US_FDA
. His patient-centric and collaborative approach will be vital to ensuring equitable healthcare for all Americans.
BREAKING: By passing a bill to raise the tobacco sale age to 21, New York is taking bold steps to protect young people and achieve the
#TobaccoEndgame
!
#Tobacco21
It is never too late or too early to improve your heart health. Marion Ross lost both her mother and father to heart disease. She’s rockin’ this red suit in their honor!
#RedDressCollection
presented by
@Macys
@Surgeon_General
I’m in awe of
@American_Heart
volunteers, staff and supporters who are the force for longer, healthier lives around the globe. Share our life-changing impact with others who might want to join the fight with their year-end giving.
It’s been 35 years since I joined
@American_Heart
. It’s been a privilege to work with so many passionate staff, volunteers, & collaborators in support of our mission. They are my inspiration. I look forward to a future that helps make the world a better place for all people.
Proud to support
@GovWhitmer
’s emergency action to suspend the sale of all flavored e-cigarettes in Michigan for at least 6 months. We need more bold moves like this!
Investing in communities and addressing inequities is fundamental to achieving a holistic vision of human health, and exactly what the
@American_Heart
Bernard J. Tyson Impact Fund is all about. Thank you
@CliftonLeaf
@Fortune
for telling this story.
We are committed to diversity & inclusion and addressing unconscious bias to achieve equity in health, education & career opportunities for all. Today’s generation & the generations of tomorrow are counting on us. How are you supporting diversity in your communities?
Dr. Anthony Fauci was in the house at
#AHA20
to share the latest on
#COVID19
, from prevention to
#CVD
risks to the promise of vaccines. Check out excerpts from his full presentation.
@NIH
@NIAIDnews
Less than 50% of women know the major symptoms of heart disease – their No. 1 killer! Thank you women of Congress for sounding the 🚨 and uniting to
#GoRedForWomen
.
#HeartMonth
BIG thank you to the Women of Congress who came together today to take a stand and
#GoRedForWomen
.
Heart disease is the number one killer of women. But together, we stand a fighting chance at beating it.
#HeartMonth
THANK YOU to all the scientists, clinicians, volunteers, staff, partners and donors who made
#AHA18
a success. Looking forward to more innovative science at
#AHA19
in Philly!
Happy minds and healthy hearts tend to have a pet in their life.
@American_Heart
research agrees. Excited to launch
#BestFriendFridays
where pet parents can bring their pets to work. Stay tuned for more details!
My heartfelt gratitude to
@manesh_patelMD
,
@dramitkhera
, the entire Sessions program committee and countless dedicated volunteers, partners and staff. You made
#AHA22
memorable through late-breaking science, engaging programs and genuine connections with old and new friends.
Rural America is the breadbasket and backbone of our country, yet rural residents have a 40% higher risk of heart disease than their urban neighbors. Innovative solution are needed. Learn about
@american_heart
's
#RuralHealth
advisory.
Today the American Heart Association released a Presidential Advisory on
#RuralHealth
that looks at the extent of the rural health crisis. It discusses ways for health systems, policymakers & researchers to address specific health needs of rural Americans.
So grateful to
@dramitkhera
@JoChikweMD
and the entire
#AHA23
planning committee for bringing this incredible science to life. Amit said it best: “We are here because we have created a moment, an experience and a vessel for science and patient care for the next generation.”