Barbra Boeta, vice president of community development at Texas Capital Bank, is passionate about the community she lives in. With a long family history of heart disease, Barbra is driving awareness throughout Central Texas and the Hispanic/Latino community to ensure longer, healthier lives. Volunteer Voice: Barbra Boeta As a Latina, I know I am at
AUSTIN, Texas, October 16, 2023 –National Restart a Heart Day is more than just a day to Christi Hesson, it is another reason to celebrate life. While out walking the dog, Hesson had a sudden cardiac arrest, falling unconscious on the walking path in her neighborhood. Thankfully, a neighbor found her, called 911, got help
Claudia Talamantez of Univision has been a constant with the Austin Vestido Rojo event. Since its inception, Talamantez has shared her talents as the emcee for the annual Spanish language women’s health event and we could not be more grateful for her dedication to ensuring longer, healthier lives here in Central Texas! Volunteer Voices: Claudia
American Heart Association and TxDOT are making roads even safer with Hands-Only CPR education AUSTIN, Texas, August 7, 2023 – The American Heart Association is working to build a Nation of Lifesavers™ through CPR education in Texas through a new program with TxDOT. The Hands-Only CPR initiative kicks off in Austin on August 15 with
AUSTIN – The 2022-23 American Heart Association | Central Texas released its annual report on Wednesday. The report chronicles the last fiscal year, including campaign highlights, community impact/outreach, advocacy efforts and media interaction. Click here to view the annual report
During the 2023 Texas Legislative Session, the American Heart Association prioritized issues surrounding nutrition security, tobacco/vaping cessation, CPR education and maternal health Leading up to the session, the American Heart Association developed an agenda to address the most pressing issues inhibiting improved health for Texans. The agenda included nutrition security, tobacco/vaping, CPR and maternal health.
Central Texas American Heart Association appoints Dr. Matthew Ashley of Centre for Neuro Skills to local board AUSTIN, Texas, May 3, 2023 — Centre for Neuro Skills (CNS), a leader in brain injury rehabilitation services, and the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, today announced Dr. Matthew Ashley as a
AUSTIN, Texas, April 13, 2023 — Partners for Education, Agriculture and Sustainability (PEAS) in Austin and Sunfield Elementary School in Buda are expanding hands-on nutrition education with a $2,500 grant from the American Heart Association’s Teaching Gardens® Network Grant program, helping address healthy eating challenges facing children and families. Access to healthy foods directly impacts
Central Texas’ commitment to women’s health has never felt stronger than it did at the 2023 Austin Go Red for Women Luncheon and Summit, presented by St. David’s HealthCare during American Heart Month. Behind the determined leadership of chairperson Denise Bradley, the Luncheon set a new fundraising record with over $400,000 raised to increase women’s heart health
AUSTIN – The 2021-22 American Heart Association | Central Texas released its annual report on Wednesday. The report chronicles the last fiscal year, including campaign highlights, community impact/outreach, and media interaction. 2021-22 Central Texas Annual Report