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Pennsylvania Supreme Court UPHOLDS Philly Beverage Tax
“Today’s Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision upholding the constitutionality of Philadelphia’s sweetened beverage tax is a major victory for the city’s children and families. The decision, which backs two previous lower court rulings, reaffirms a simple...
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California to pursue statewide sugary drink tax in 2020
American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown made the following comments in support of the California Medical Association’s and the California Dental Association’s plan to propose a statewide sugary drink tax in the form of a 2020 ballot measure:
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CEO Nancy Brown sends an open invitation to dinner for CA Governor Jerry Brown
Dear Governor Brown, Let’s have dinner together. Senate Bill 872/AB 1838 would be a significant step backward for California and the nation. This bill will reach your desk in the next day or two and I urge you to call me before taking action.
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Health and justice nonprofits oppose sweetheart deal American Beverage Association seeks from California
SACRAMENTO, June 26, 2018 — Today, more than 20 health and justice nonprofits banded together to oppose a bill the American Beverage Association seeks in California that would protect sugary drinks from local taxes. The group, led by the American Heart...
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Philadelphia City Council passes sodium warning label for restaurants
American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown issued the following statement on Philadelphia’s Sodium Safety Warning Labeling for Chain Restaurants, passed today by the Philadelphia City Council...
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Keep saying yes to fish twice a week for heart health
Advisory Highlight: A new scientific advisory from the American Heart Association reaffirms the Association’s recommendation to eat two servings of fish per week.
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Statement from Nancy Brown, CEO of American Heart Association, on WHO and Resolve’s Strategy to Eliminate Trans Fats Worldwide
American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown issued the following comments on World Health Organization (WHO) and Resolve to Save Lives’ plan to remove most trans fats from food by 2023.
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New strategies needed to help healthcare providers gain knowledge to counsel patients on diet
Statement Highlight: Healthcare providers are willing to counsel heart disease patients on diet but need more educational support.
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American Heart Association sending condolences in passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush
DALLAS, April 17, 2018 — The American Heart Association joins the nation in mourning the loss of former First Lady Barbara Bush. Mrs. Bush passed away this evening after reports that she had chosen comfort care over further medical treatment for her...
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Move forward with voluntary sodium targets to reduce costs and disease, says American Heart Association
American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown issued the following statement today on a new study that finds industry adoption of the FDA 2016 sodium reformulation targets for processed foods will cost-effectively reduce cardiovascular disease.
