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AHA’s Healthier Together Conference call for content closes next week

Speakers interested in leading conversations and collaborations at the AHA’s new Healthier Together Conference are advised to submit a content proposal by Sept. 16.

White House releases ‘Make Our Children Healthy Again’ report

The White House Sept. 9 released its “Make Our Children Healthy Again” strategy report, created to address childhood chronic diseases.

HHS, CMS to form committee providing federal health program recommendations

The Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Aug. 21 announced the creation of a Healthcare Advisory Committee for the Secretary of HHS and Administrator of CMS.

Apply for AHA’s 2026 Dick Davidson NOVA Award by Oct. 14

The AHA will accept applications through Oct. 14 for the 2026 AHA Dick Davidson NOVA Award.

New guidelines recommend earlier treatment for high blood pressure

The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology Aug. 14 released new guidelines on high blood pressure prevention, suggesting earlier treatment can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, as well as cardiovascular disease, stroke and kidney disease.

AHA podcast: How CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital Is Revolutionizing Rural Cardiac Care

Josh Neff, CEO of CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital, discusses a new cutting-edge communication platform that sends patient EKGs directly from the ambulance to the cardiologist in real time.

Study finds increase in colorectal cancer detection among people aged 45-49

A JAMA study published yesterday found that more adults age 45-49 have been diagnosed with colorectal canc

CMS announces new prior authorization program pilot

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services June 27 announced the rollout of a 6-year technology-enabled prior authorization program pilot.

AHA responds to CMS request for information on hospital price transparency accuracy, completeness

The AHA yesterday responded to a request for information from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on price transparency policy, specifically the accuracy and completeness of hospitals’ machine-readable files.

AHA recognizes hospitals, health systems showcasing community health improvement

The AHA July 16 announced five winners of the 2025 AHA Dick Davidson NOVA Award for their hospital-led collaborative efforts to improve community health.