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AHA in New York City

@ahanewyorkcity

Official American Heart Association and American Stroke Association account of NYC - fighting heart disease & stroke.

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Thanks to the hundreds of millions of dollars the gambling industry has spent on advertising, even casual sports fans know where to place a bet. But few are probably aware of the ways such gambling could be connected to their health. spr.ly/6012Wumm8

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High blood pressure doesn't just happen to adults. New research finds more than 5% of children and teens in the U.S. – or 1 in 20 of them – have readings high enough for a hypertension diagnosis. Even more have elevated blood pressure. #Hypertension24 spr.ly/6011Wuo8N

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18-month-old Konner had a 104-degree fever, swollen lips and a rash all over. An ER doctor said he was just dehydrated, but his parents were sure it was more. His pediatrician knew right away: "He's got Kawasaki disease." Konner's Story From the Heart 👉 spr.ly/6019WuoOx

18-month-old Konner had a 104-degree fever, swollen lips and a rash all over. An ER doctor said he was just dehydrated, but his parents were sure it was more. His pediatrician knew right away: "He's got Kawasaki disease."

Konner's Story From the Heart 👉 spr.ly/6019WuoOx
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Do you check your blood pressure at home? New preliminary research shows some at-home blood-pressure monitor cuffs may improperly fit many adults in the U.S. Here's what you need to know 👇 spr.ly/6019WuWpU

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Welcome back to the Red Chair Series sponsored by Northwell Health! Did you know that there are some quick & easy things we can do to stay healthy during the year? Dr. McElligott Katz Institute for Women's Health says you need to plan according to the season. #GoRedNYC spr.ly/6016mnm1o

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A stroke hit while Vang was at airport baggage claim. It led doctors to discover a problem with his heart, dilated cardiomyopathy. He eventually needed a new heart and is putting it to good use -- by running triathlons. Read his Story From the Heart: spr.ly/6016WPVmn

A stroke hit while Vang was at airport baggage claim. It led doctors to discover a problem with his heart, dilated cardiomyopathy. He eventually needed a new heart and is putting it to good use -- by running triathlons. Read his Story From the Heart: spr.ly/6016WPVmn
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Eliminating these three foods could be a total game-changer for your ❤️-health. Here's what you need to know... spr.ly/6019WuWx3

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Do you know a woman with an inspiring story of surviving heart disease or stroke? Share this post with them. Applications can be found at spr.ly/6018WPKnK and will remain open until October 11. Heartfelt thank you to our sponsor, Cristina Civetta and Ed Scheetz! #NYCGoRed

Do you know a woman with an inspiring story of surviving heart disease or stroke? Share this post with them. Applications can be found at spr.ly/6018WPKnK and will remain open until October 11. Heartfelt thank you to our sponsor, Cristina Civetta and Ed Scheetz! #NYCGoRed
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Share your story with us! We are searching for inspiring stories of women surviving heart disease or stroke. Applications can be found at spr.ly/6011WPPWd & will remain open until October 11. Heartfelt thank you to our sponsor, Cristina Civetta and Ed Scheetz! #NYCGoRed

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Is apple cider vinegar a miracle elixir? Nope. But research suggests it might provide some minimal health benefits, like lowering blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes. Read what apple cider vinegar can really do for your health from AHA News: spr.ly/6013o6cnx

Is apple cider vinegar a miracle elixir? Nope. But research suggests it might provide some minimal health benefits, like lowering blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes. 

Read what apple cider vinegar can really do for your health from AHA News: spr.ly/6013o6cnx
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Great news for expecting mothers, research shows that a favorable cardiovascular health score in early pregnancy is linked to lower risk of preeclampsia and gestational hypertension.

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Throughout its 100-year history, the American Heart Association has been at the forefront of cholesterol research and education. This Cholesterol Education Month, ask your doctor about LDL cholesterol and your heart disease risk. #AHABoldHearts

Throughout its 100-year history, the American Heart Association has been at the forefront of cholesterol research and education. This Cholesterol Education Month, ask your doctor about LDL cholesterol and your heart disease risk. #AHABoldHearts
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Dr. McElligott from Red Chair series sponsor Northwell Health joins this episode to discuss how the AHA’s Essential 8 can help mothers and their families start a healthy routine. Katz Institute for Women's Health spr.ly/6014mnSQY

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At least 2.7 million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation, increasing their risk for stroke 5X. Here’s what you should know about AFib. @HCAHealthcare Foundation is the national sponsor of Getting to the Heart of Stroke™.