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Stories and helpful information from the AHA
2025 Go Red for Women Class of Survivors Heather Baker

Luckily, educator's colleagues had recently learned rescue skills

After surviving a cardiac arrest at age 28, she became a CPR instructor and has advocated for better emergency preparedness in schools.
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Bertram L. Scott (American Heart Association)

Gold Heart honoree has long focused on championing communities

From teen community activist to celebrated health executive, he serves with heart.

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Ralph Edwards (left), host of the radio show "Truth or Consequences," presents the check from The Walking Man contest to American Heart Association President Dr. Arlie R. Barnes in 1948. (American Heart Association archives)

What Actually Happened

You may have heard a misconception that Procter & Gamble gave the American Heart Association $1.5 million - the equivalent of more than $20 million today - in 1948. That's actually false.

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What does the sugar in beverages do to your body?

Sugary drinks can up your risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's what the science says (and what you can do about it).

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