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The AHA Turns 100
For 100 years, the American Heart Association, along with our volunteers, supporters and collaborating organizations, has worked to build longer, healthier lives. And there’s no letting up in the next 100 years as we remain devoted to a future of health and hope for everyone, everywhere.A century of progress against cardiovascular disease
As the AHA turns 100, here's a look at the many ways the organization improves and extends lives – including yours.
Heart disease is no stranger to the White House
President Dwight Eisenhower's crisis provoked panic, but it turned into a moment of national learning about heart health.
Dr. William Montague Cobb's influence went beyond medicine
His legacy lives on in medicine, anthropology and the battle against racial disparities in health care.
Dr. Nanette Wenger, the queen of hearts
Heart disease was once considered a man's disease. Dr. Nanette Wenger changed that. But the 93-year-old cardiologist says her work is not yet done.
At 97, AHA's first Black president looks back at his pioneering career
Dr. Edward Cooper's legacy includes upping the emphasis on stroke and inclusion with the American Heart Association – plus a family filled with doctors.
Learn more about other important figures in AHA history
Mary E. Wadley
This social worker helped ensure heart patients could continue to be monitored medically after hospital discharge.
Dr. Helen Taussig
Considered the founder of pediatric cardiology, she also was the first woman president of the AHA.
Dr. Eugene Braunwald
Legendary cardiologist provides perspective on 100 years of medical progress against heart disease.
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