Potentially Drastic Changes to Medical Research Funding
Posted OnAugust 7, 2026 byIn May of this year, the United States government released a proposal that would drastically change how federally funded research, and other government programs, are awarded, reviewed, and managed. This proposal from the Office of Management and Budget at the White House (OMB) would have significant, harmful effects on the scientists, medical professionals and patients…Read More…
It’s Time to Rethink Your Drink
Posted OnAugust 6, 2026 byAbout the Author: Dr. Paula Gustafson serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Major Health Partners, where she helped lead the development of the MHP Cardiometabolic Center and its innovative approach to preventive health. A board-certified Pediatrician and Lifestyle Medicine Physician, she is dedicated to empowering patients through evidence-based care, and sustainable behavior change. Her…Read More…
Utah students head back to schools prepared for an emergency
Posted OnAugust 6, 2026 byThanks to advocates like you Utah schools will be more prepared this fall if a cardiac emergency happens on school grounds. One of our key priorities, Cardiac Emergency Response Plans in schools, passed in the 2026 Utah legislative session and goes into effect for the 26-27 school year. SB244 requires Utah schools to have a…Read More…
Who Answers When You Dial 9-1-1?
Posted OnAugust 6, 2026 byThe Oregon legislature may not currently be in session, but that doesn’t mean our work has stopped. There is more than one way to change policy, we also pursue policy change through regulatory processes when possible. Most people assume when they call 9-1-1 the person who answers will be able to walk them through doing…Read More…
Ensuring that help is there when you call 9-1-1
Posted OnAugust 6, 2026 byCardiac arrest is a medical emergency, and what happens in the first few minutes can mean the difference between life and death. A person’s chance of survival falls as much as 10% with every minute that passes without starting CPR. Cardiac arrests often result in a call to 911 for help. With the right training,…Read More…
Delaware Legislative Update
Posted OnAugust 5, 2026 byAfter a long legislative session that stretched into the early hours of July 1, the Delaware General Assembly has officially adjourned. Thanks to the dedication of advocates like you, we made important progress on several priorities—we’ll highlight two of them here. Take Action: Thank Governor Meyer for supporting key investments in heart health and prevention….Read More…
Welcome Chelsea, our new Community Advocacy Director in Greater Washington
Posted OnAugust 4, 2026 byWe’ve made a slight shift to things in the DC area. We as AHA advocacy are shifting our local advocacy staff role of Government Relations Director, to a community rooted model, so that we can better serve the entire DC Metro area. To that end, we are thrilled to introduce our new Community Advocacy Director,…Read More…
Poll shows strong bipartisan support for healthy school meals for all Pennsylvania students
Posted OnAugust 4, 2026 byEvery child should have the opportunity to learn, grow and be healthy, and that starts with consistent access to nutritious food during the school day. When students have reliable meals, their brains have the fuel they need to focus, participate and succeed in the classroom, which helps set them up for healthier futures over time….Read More…
New York team attends Flatten Big Soda event
Posted OnAugust 4, 2026 byOur NY team joined dozens of other health advocacy groups, including the Center for Science and Public Interest in Time Square to unveil a billboard aimed at decreasing sugar beverage consumption particularly in youth. Our team spoke about AHA’s commitment to decrease sugary beverage consumption and our advocacy work to make restaurant meals healthier and…Read More…
Planning ahead for the 2027 Nevada Legislative Session
Posted OnJuly 29, 2026 byWe made it through the primary, which gave us slightly better idea into who we will be working with in the 2027 legislative session, however there are still many unknowns including whether the Governor will retain his position, or if Nevada will have a new Governor, the current Attorney General. The Governor’s race is close,…Read More…