New Guideline Reframes Weight as Health Risk Tied to Diabetes, Kidney and Heart Conditions
The first-ever clinical guideline for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, or CKM syndrome, identifies excess weight, especially in the abdomen, as a key driver for the syndrome. The guideline aims to make people more aware of how heart disease, kidney disease and metabolic conditions (including diabetes and obesity) are interconnected.
National Stroke Awareness Month Highlights Prevention and Rapid Response
When stroke happens, minutes matter. Similar to how a heart attack blocks blood flow to the heart, a stroke happens when a clot or broken blood vessel stops or limits blood flow to the brain – a brain attack.
Health Care Costs Reach a Breaking Point
New American Heart Association Presidential Advisory outlines contributors to and consequences of the current health care affordability crisis, proposes five guiding principles for action by lawmakers and policymakers
Monument Health Receives American Heart Association Gold Award for Fostering a Healthy Workplace
The American Heart Association, a global force for longer, healthier lives for all, has awarded Monument Health Gold recognition in the 2026 Well-being Works Better™ Scorecard, representing a notable commitment to the health of its workforce and community.
New Data Show Rising Stress and Physical Inactivity Threaten Heart Health
As people across the nation navigate higher levels of stress and spend more of their day sitting, finding time to move can feel challenging. Less than half of adults and fewer than one in five children in the U.S. get the recommended amount of physical activity needed for heart health, according to the American Heart Association’s 2025 Heart & Stroke Statistical Update. That’s why the Association invites communities nationwide to gather on Wednesday, April 1 for National Walking Day.
Spencer Hospital Training Center Recognized as American Heart Association All-Star
Spencer Hospital’s Training Center has been recognized by the American Heart Association as part of the very first group of Training Centers nationwide to earn the prestigious American Heart Association All-Star Recognition.
Study Projects 6 in 10 U.S. Women Will Develop Cardiovascular Disease by 2050
Driven by rising rates in high blood pressure, nearly 6 in 10 women in the U.S. will have some type of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the next 25 years, according to a new scientific statement published today in Circulation, the peer-reviewed, flagship journal of the American Heart Association, a global force changing the future of health for all.
Planning Advances for New $12 Million Emergency Department at Essentia Health-Fosston
Work will start on a new emergency department at Essentia Health-Fosston this spring following the selection of Kraus-Anderson as the general contractor.
Women With History of Stroke Have Increased Risk During or Shortly After Pregnancy
Having had a stroke caused by blocked blood vessels (ischemic stroke) more than doubled an expectant mother’s odds of having another stroke during pregnancy and within six weeks of childbirth, according to a preliminary study presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2026. The meeting was in New Orleans, Feb. 4-6, 2026, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
Community Gathers to Raise Awareness for Heart Disease
More than 300 community members gathered at the Canopy Hotel in downtown Sioux Falls on January 30 for the Sioux Falls Go Red for Women Experience, hosted by the American Heart Association.
Movement Matters: Study Finds Light Activity Improves Survival Across Chronic Diseases
Light intensity activities, like walking or household chores, were linked to a lower risk of death for people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
Uterine Fibroids Associated With Elevated Risk of Heart Disease
Long-term heart disease risk in women diagnosed with uterine fibroids was more than 80% higher than in women without fibroids, according to new independent research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
Sioux Falls Business Leaders Lead Women’s Heart Health Initiative
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women[1] in South Dakota and across the United States. To change that, the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, is encouraging women to prioritize their heart health. Leading that effort locally is Heidi Anshutz, marketing director for Mills Property Management, and Amber Garry, owner of Union Social Club, who are serving as the 2026 chair for Sioux Falls’ Go Red for Women® movement, empowering women to take charge of their heart health, while addressing critical gaps in research, education and care. Go Red for Women is dedicated to helping women lead healthier lives.
Altru Receives National Recognition for Advancing Cardiovascular Health
Altru received three American Heart Association outpatient program achievement awards in recognition for its commitment to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke by improving high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and blood pressure management. The awards recognize a commitment to following the latest evidence- and science-based care guidelines.
Avera Hospitals Join American Heart Association Program to Enhance Stroke Treatment
Several Avera facilities have committed to participate in Mission: Lifeline® Stroke, a statewide initiative of the American Heart Association to strengthen the full spectrum of stroke care across South Dakota.
Pender Community Hospital & Medical Clinics Receive National Recognition for Advancing Blood Pressure Control
Pender Community Hospital & Medical Clinics have been recognized by the American Heart Association and American Medical Association for its commitment to improving blood pressure (BP) control rates, earning Gold+ level recognition as part of Target: BP™.
UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center Receives National Honor for CPR Excellence
UnityPoint Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Target: CPR quality achievement award for its commitment to treating in-hospital cardiac arrest, ultimately helping to improve survival rates.
Cardiovascular Risk Factors Adversely Affect Health During and After Pregnancy
Driven by increases in health risk factors, cardiovascular-related complications during pregnancy are on the rise in the U.S., even among people with no previous heart disease, according to new study in the Circulation journal
Hastings Family Care Earns National Recognition for Advancing Cardiovascular Health
Hastings Family Care (HFC) recently received three awards from the American Heart Association (AHA) outpatient program achievement awards for its commitment to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. HFC received the Target: Type 2 Diabetes Gold Achievement Award, the 2024 Check. Change. Control. CholesterolTM Recognition Gold Achievement Award and the Silver Target: Blood Pressure Award.
Sioux Falls Construction Industry Leaders Champion Heart Health
Hard Hats with Heart is a construction industry-specific initiative from the American Heart Association to improve the cardiovascular health of Sioux Falls construction workers. The campaign’s focus is to integrate health, well-being and prevention solutions into the industry’s culture by inspiring companies to implement initiatives to help employees improve health such as providing healthy food options, promoting physical activity during breaks, implementing stress-reducing programs, educating employees about the signs of heart disease and teaching employees CPR. Heart Hats with Heart culminates with an annual networking celebration bringing together construction professionals across multiple channels of building.