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10/09/2026

Most common risks for stroke—including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, and to***co use—can be managed proactively. Controlling your blood pressure through regular checkups, home monitoring, following a treatment plan prescribed by your physician, and maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of stroke.

“These risk factors are things that, unfortunately, the Delaware population suffers from significantly,” says Kim Gannon, M.D., Ph.D., a vascular neurologist at ChristianaCare and medical director for both Inpatient Neurology and the Comprehensive Stroke Program at Christiana Hospital.

“We’re working with primary care clinicians as well as school programs to educate people about the importance of having a healthy diet and managing your blood pressure and cholesterol on a proactive basis,” Gannon says. “We also work with community health providers to promote Food Is Medicine programs that integrate healthy prescribed meals and groceries into patients’ care plans to help treat chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease, [to] also reduce stroke risk.”

Read more: https://delawaretoday.com/life-style/health/stroke-prevention/

Be ready when it matters most. Immediate CPR can double or triple the odds of surviving a cardiac arrest. Hands-Only CPR...
10/07/2026

Be ready when it matters most. Immediate CPR can double or triple the odds of surviving a cardiac arrest. Hands-Only CPR has just two simple steps you can learn right now:

If you see a teen or adult collapse, call 911, then push hard and fast in the center of the chest until help can arrive.

is a national sponsor of American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers.

❤️ We're excited to announce Paula Swain, executive director of the Incyte Charitable Giving Foundation, as chair of Del...
10/05/2026

❤️ We're excited to announce Paula Swain, executive director of the Incyte Charitable Giving Foundation, as chair of Delaware's 2027 Go Red for Women campaign!

A respected leader in philanthropy and community impact, Paula will help lead efforts to raise awareness, inspire action and empower women to take charge of their heart health. Together, we can build a future where more women are equipped with the knowledge and resources to live longer, healthier lives.

Please join us in welcoming Paula as we continue advancing the Go Red for Women movement across Delaware. ❤️

🎉 Big news for Team Delaware!We're thrilled to welcome Brook Patterson Rowe as the new Executive Director of the America...
10/02/2026

🎉 Big news for Team Delaware!

We're thrilled to welcome Brook Patterson Rowe as the new Executive Director of the American Heart Association in Delaware.

With more than two decades of experience advancing mission-driven organizations and building meaningful partnerships, Brook brings a passion for making an impact and a wealth of nonprofit leadership experience to our team.

Please join us in giving Brook a warm welcome as we continue working together to save lives across Delaware. ❤️

A woman's heart attack symptoms can be subtle, but they are still dangerous. If something feels off, don't wait—call 911...
10/02/2026

A woman's heart attack symptoms can be subtle, but they are still dangerous. If something feels off, don't wait—call 911 immediately.

Menopause can raise a woman’s risk for developing heart disease and stroke. Here’s how you can help lower your risk.
09/25/2026

Menopause can raise a woman’s risk for developing heart disease and stroke.

Here’s how you can help lower your risk.

🚩 When does stress start becoming a red flag? 🚩 It’s different for everyone, but here are some things to look out for. I...
09/22/2026

🚩 When does stress start becoming a red flag? 🚩

It’s different for everyone, but here are some things to look out for.

If the symptoms of stress don’t go away, it might be time to speak to a health care professional.

Hey Delaware! Meet the Kids Heart Challenge characters for the 2026-27 school year: Indi, Tempo, Zoomie, Dreamer, Beacon...
09/20/2026

Hey Delaware! Meet the Kids Heart Challenge characters for the 2026-27 school year: Indi, Tempo, Zoomie, Dreamer, Beacon and Berry! ❤️

Each character represents an important part of heart health and helps bring the mission of the American Heart Association to life.

Get ready to activate your heart power with this year's Kids Heart Challenge.

09/18/2026

A stroke can happen to anyone, and knowing the warning signs can make all the difference. Back to school season is here and it's important for students to learn BE FAST:

🔹 Balance – Sudden loss of balance or coordination

🔹 Eyes – Sudden trouble seeing

🔹 Face – One side of the face droops

🔹 Arms – Arm weakness or numbness

🔹 Speech – Slurred or strange speech

🔹 Time – Time to call 911 immediately

Teaching kids the signs of stroke helps them recognize an emergency and act quickly when every second counts.

Mammograms are key to early detection of breast cancer, and they can also provide clues to heart health. A 2022 study sh...
09/16/2026

Mammograms are key to early detection of breast cancer, and they can also provide clues to heart health. A 2022 study showed women who have calcium build-up within the arteries of the breast are at a 51% higher risk for heart disease and stroke than women who do not. Ask your doctor if you’re due for a mammogram.

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