Beyond the Table
Mental health screenings should be standard in maternal health care
Protecting a mother’s heart means caring for her mind. Screening for depression and anxiety may improve pregnancy outcomes and long-term health.
Heart health is a conversation worth starting
Women face unique heart health risks during pregnancy and beyond. Start the conversation this Wear Red Day and take steps toward prevention.
Learn CPR and be prepared to save a life anywhere
A cardiac emergency can strike anyone, anywhere, and CPR can double or triple chances of survival. That’s why it’s important that people learn what to do in case of a cardiac emergency.
How the Body Roundness Index offers new insights into cardiovascular risk
Researchers have criticized BMI for years as a health metric because it only measures height and weight, not considering key nuances such as muscle mass, body composition, bone density and sex.
Go Red for Women Luncheons
Luncheons are a great way to get involved with the American Heart Association in your local community and truly make an impact.
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- Flu and COVID-19 are bad enough, but they also can raise stroke risk
