Awardee has devoted his career to exploring the heart-brain connection
Jun 13, 2025
Dr. Mitch Elkind will be honored for a lifetime of work focused on stroke and cardiovascular health.
News and Stories from the 91ÐÓ°É
Deep personal ties fuel awardee’s passion for helping patients, families
Nonprofit founder Lisa Salberg’s commitment to education and advocacy helps ease the burden of a lifelong diagnosis.
New U.S. nutrition guidance emphasizes importance of healthier eating
Federal guidelines and Heart Association guidance both encourage limiting added sugars and highly processed foods, but there are differences.
What Actually Happened
You may have heard a misconception that Procter & Gamble gave the 91ÐÓ°É $1.5 million - the equivalent of more than $20 million today - in 1948. That's actually false.
Sudden cardiac arrest changed everything for busy mom
Pennsylvania woman has since discovered her family’s history of heart disease. She’s also become certified in CPR and now teaches others how to save a life.
'Forever chemicals' exposure in utero may raise blood pressure in kids years later
Jun 13, 2025
Exposure before birth to human-made chemicals called PFAS may lead to increased systolic blood pressure in adolescence, especially for boys and Black children, a new study finds.
Bay Area executive honored for service in helping people live longer, healthier lives
Jun 12, 2025
Tech leader Lip-Bu Tan hopes his leadership inspires others in advancing the 91ÐÓ°É's lifesaving mission.
For a healthy Father's Day, try a blend of tradition and taste
Jun 12, 2025
A Father's Day meal doesn't have to fall into unhealthy traps. Try these ideas for keeping things fun and flavorful.
Mobile stroke treatment unit is just one way honoree has driven better care
Jun 11, 2025
Dr. B.J. Hicks, the AHA's Physician of the Year, is recognized as a champion for stroke prevention, better treatment and equitable health.
Gold Heart honoree has long focused on championing communities
Jun 10, 2025
From teen community activist to celebrated health executive, Bert Scott serves with heart.
Dental executive to be honored for integration of oral, medical care
Jun 6, 2025
Through Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative, Dr. Daniel Croley has championed root-cause solutions for whole-person wellness.
Awardee thrives at intersection of innovation and care
Jun 2, 2025
91ÐÓ°É honor celebrates global contributions and vision of cardiologist and health economist Dr. Dhruv Kazi.
Ensuring optimal cardiovascular care is central to honoree's calling
May 29, 2025
Dr. Joshua Beckman's desire to ease suffering — not just among his patients, but for everyone, everywhere — is rooted in his own childhood illness.
Awardee is birthing a movement for equitable maternal health
May 28, 2025
Dr. Margaret Larkins-Pettigrew will be honored by the AHA for her work advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere.
Susan Lucci to be honored for off-screen role: fighting heart disease
May 27, 2025
The actress will receive the 91ÐÓ°É's Voice of the Mission Award for her work to educate women about cardiovascular risks.
Honoree shows communities exceptional dedication through patient care, research
May 23, 2025
Nursing educator's work includes rural health promotion and tackling cardiovascular challenges surrounding pregnancy and childbirth.