American Heart Association (AHA)

The American Heart Association (AHA) funds cardiovascular medical research, educates consumers on healthy living and fosters appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke. The AHA also is a key resource for the latest cardiology science through its journals and annual meeting.

New hypertrophic cardiomyopathy guidelines highlight importance of exercise, new drug class
HCM is widely underdiagnosed, but the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association hope their new guidelines can help cardiologists learn more about the potentially fatal condition and improve patient care.
Moderate aortic stenosis linked to heightened risk of death—should TAVR, surgery be considered?
Researchers tracked data from more than 400,000 patients for a new meta-analysis, presenting their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
Next-day discharge after TAVR with a self-expanding valve: 4 key takeaways
Researchers explored STS/ACR data from nearly 30,000 TAVR patients, presenting their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
Cardiology groups share key update: ABMS seeking feedback on proposed Board of Cardiovascular Medicine
Five of the largest U.S. medical societies focused on cardiovascular health are one step closer to seeing their paradigm-shifting proposal become a reality.
American Heart Association thinks pharmacists can play a bigger role in AFib care
Pharmacists interact with patients on a regular basis and are seen as a trusted source of health information. Can they help cardiologists improve care for AFib patients?

U.S. Senate has confirmed cardiologist Robert Califf as next FDA commissioner.

American Heart Association responds to nomination of cardiologist Robert Califf for FDA commissioner

The AHA believes the next FDA commissioner should play a key role in influencing public health post-COVID-19.

November 15, 2021

New research details how drug and alcohol use increases a person's AFib risk

The findings, to be presented at AHA Scientific Sessions 2021, focused on methamphetamines, opiates, cocaine, cannabis and alcohol.

November 12, 2021

Intermittent fasting may improve heart health for some breast cancer survivors

Eating the right kind of fats can reduce a person's stroke risk

The new findings are from research to be presented at AHA Scientific Sessions 2021.

November 11, 2021

Combined genetic testing for cardiomyopathies and arrhythmias yields positive results

The new findings come from research to be presented at AHA Scientific Sessions 2021.

November 10, 2021

Fruits vegetableshave been seen as a key component to heart health diets.

'It does not need to be complicated': 10 steps to heart-healthy eating

The American Heart Association has shared a new scientific statement on the topic.

November 2, 2021

American Society of Nuclear Cardiology says AHA/ACC chest pain guidelines miss the mark

One of the group's primary concerns is the "inappropriately large role" given to FFR-CT.

October 29, 2021

ACC, AHA release long-awaited chest pain guidelines

The new guidelines stress the importance of more complete chest pain evaluations, patient communication and shared decision-making.

October 28, 2021

How radiology should prepare for AUC clinical decision support reporting requirements. CMS to require AUC CDS January 1, 2023.

ACP, AHA name top editors of new internal medicine journal

The new digital journal expects to start seeking submissions later this year.

October 27, 2021

American Heart Association (AHA)

New hypertrophic cardiomyopathy guidelines highlight importance of exercise, new drug class

Moderate aortic stenosis linked to heightened risk of death—should TAVR, surgery be considered?

Next-day discharge after TAVR with a self-expanding valve: 4 key takeaways

Cardiology groups share key update: ABMS seeking feedback on proposed Board of Cardiovascular Medicine

American Heart Association thinks pharmacists can play a bigger role in AFib care