Saving American Hearts, Inc Blog

When a teenager's heart stopped, his friends jumped into action — and their CPR training saved his lifeMay 10 started like any other day for Laura Machnik, who said goodbye to her 18-year-old son J.J. …

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Cardiac arrest survivors reunited with first responders who saved them in tear-jerking FDNY ceremonyIt was a heartening reunion.Eight survivors of cardiac arrest — ranging from a teenage boy to a 78-y …

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An 82-year-old woman who runs half-marathons shares 3 simple habits that transformed her heart healthGetting older doesn't have to mean slowing down. Just ask Wilma King, who started running half-mara …

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Life-saving AEDs are rarely used in cases of cardiac arrest, a new study finds. Why that's a problem — and what you can do.Defibrillators mounted in many public buildings can save the life of someone …

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A heartfelt thank you: Woman meets paramedics, firefighters who revived herShannon Tanton's heart stopped for 15 minutes after having a major heart attack on Jan. 12.On Tuesday, Tanton, 52, met the te …

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Heart problem found as a teen flared in her 30s when she was pregnantAs a teenager, Claire Sprouse spent hours in the ballet studio perfecting her pliés, then performing on stage. At 16, she started h …

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