SEPTEMBER: Hispanic Heritage month begins, plus it's A-Fib, P.A.D., Cholesterol Education Month and Sept 29th is World Heart Day

Search the Latest Heart, Brain and Advocacy News from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association here

Celebrating 100 years of the American Heart Association

There’s no letting up in the next 100 years as we remain devoted to a future of health and hope for everyone, everywhere.

Learn more about our century of progress and our 100 Years of Impact timeline

National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15-Oct. 15

Hispanic communities empowered:

Understanding R.Á.P.I.D.O. acronym saves lives

The American Stroke Association promotes R.Á.P.I.D.O., a culturally relevant Spanish acronym, to raise awareness of common stroke symptoms

Transcripción Infográfica - Identifique un derrame cerebral

R.Á.P.I.D.O.

R - Rostro caído (Face drooping)
Á - Alteración del equilibrio (Loss of Balance, or Lack of Coordination)
P - Pérdida de fuerza en el brazo (Arm weakness)
I - Impedimento visual repentino (Sudden vision difficulty)
D - Dificultad para hablar (Slurred or Strange Speech)
O - Obtener ayuda, llamar al 911 (Get help, call 911)

Tome medidas para prevenir el derrame cerebral ahora para poder estar presente más adelante. Obtenga más información en Stroke.org/Espanol.

The American Heart Association’s campaign, Together at the Table/ Juntos En La Mesa, inspires healthier lifestyles.

Small changes in the kitchen can lead to big impact on your family’s health | Los pequeños cambios en la cocina pueden aportar grandes beneficios en la salud de su familia

AHA 2024 Health Equity Impact Goal

Resources/information:

Caregiving a concern as Hispanic community in U.S. ages faster

Dietary patterns may explain differing CVD rates among Hispanic/Latino groups in U.S. (March 2022)

Hispanic/Latino and Black communities have been disproportionately affected when it comes to food accessibility, availability and affordability. To learn more about how you can advocate for healthy food access, visit You're the Cure Action Center or text JUNTOS to 46739

Budget Friendly | American Heart Association Recipes

For Spanish-language news stories, visit heart.org/noticias

As summer wraps up and kids head back to the classrooms, it’s important to recognize how young people spend their free time could impact their heart health.

According to the American Heart Association, too much screen time and unhealthy on-the-go eating habits could make for some hard lessons in poor heart health in the future.

Keep busy kids focused on heart health | Spanish news release

AHA health infographic: Kids Physical and Mental Health Infographic
AHA health inforgraphic: 25 Ways To Get Moving At Home
AHA health information: Dietary Recommendations for Health Children
AHA health information: 3 Tips for Better Sleep Infographic
AHA health information: Together Tuesday
AHA health information: NFL Play 60

Help your children develop healthy eating habits early in life that will bring lifelong benefits.

Healthy eating tips for the whole family

Be a role model for an active lifestyle. Start moving more yourself and find ways to be active together as a family.

Physical activity tips for the whole family

National Cholesterol Education Month

Cholesterol is a waxy substance. It’s not inherently “bad.” Your body needs it to build cells. But too much can pose a problem. Find answers to your questions about cholesterol here.

Healthy Aging | National Self-Care Awareness | Self-Improvement Month

American Heart Association’s checklist to measure cardiovascular health, called Life’s Essential 8™, adds healthy sleep as essential for optimal cardiovascular health along with other health and lifestyle factors like nicotine exposure, physical activity, diet, weight, blood glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure.

News Release | Spanish News Release | Only 1 in 5 people in the U.S. has optimal heart health

Infographic transcript (doc) | Infographic in Spanish

Organs in the body - transparent illustration

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month

Peripheral artery disease is a narrowing of the peripheral arteries that carry blood away from the heart to other parts of the body. The most common type is lower-extremity PAD. Learn more about symptoms, treatments and more.

National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month

(AFib or AF) is a quivering or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and some other heart-related complications. Learn more about A-Fib.

National Preparedness Month

Be heart-smart to stay safe and healthy during and after natural disasters | Spanish news release

The American Heart Association has important tips to prepare for hurricanes and other natural disasters that can negatively impact physical and mental health

Disaster planning for older adults: What to know this hurricane and wildfire season (July 2024)

Flu Season Preparedness

Here's what doctors know about immunizations right now: You still need them | Flu and Pneumonia Prevention

CDC Immunization Schedule

Fruit & Veggie Month - An easy first step to eating healthy is to add fruits & veggies at every meal/snack. Healthy Eating Tips

LNational Chili Pepper Month - Can chili peppers help you live longer?

National Apple Month and Better Breakfast Month - Whole-wheat Apple Pancake Recipe

News:

Alarming trends call for action to define the future role of food in nation’s health - New public opinion poll and expert analysis reflect crucial need to make healthy food accessible to avert projected crisis in cardiovascular disease incidence, costs (June 2024)

The American Heart Association, Walmart Foundation collaborate to address food insecurity (May 2024)

Free, weekly fresh produce improved diet, physical activity and reduced CVD risk factors (March 2024)

Prescription for fruits, vegetables linked to better heart health, food security - Prescriptions for free produce were associated with reduced blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index, finds new study in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes journal (Aug. 2023)