Ashley Thompson, AHA senior vice president of public policy analysis and development, participated in a panel discussion during Modern Healthcare's Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 25.

Having elevated blood pressure in childhood can increase the risk of cardiovascular-related death in adulthood by 40% to 50%.

By taking advantage of opportunities for meaningful transformation, rural hospitals can not only survive, but thrive in the ...

A new study shows a sharp rise in rates of cognitive disability within the U.S. over the past decade, especially for adults ...

Hospitals face similar demographic trends for physicians, with data from the Association of American Medical Colleges indicating that one-third of practicing physicians will reach retirement age over ...

As Healthbeat moves into its second year, we want to shine a light on the people who carry the quiet weight of protecting our communities – those working on public health issues on the ground.

LCMC Health has announced that several of its hospitals have been recognized by the American Heart Association’s Get With The ...

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is reviewing policy changes that would increase the cost of applying for H-1B visas ...

The American Heart Association (AHA) launched a news initiative to address challenges with in-hospital care for patients with ...

Vernon Memorial Healthcare receives awards for providing high-quality care in heart attacks and strokes, improving outcomes and reducing readmissions.

TULSA, Okla. — The American Heart Association is working to prevent heart and kidney disease. They’re launching a new ...

Telehealth has become one of the most powerful tools for reimagining healthcare, expanding access, improving outcomes, and strengthening the connection between patients and providers. The American ...