International News & Events

The Association expands programming in India; partners ready to do more

May 29, 2024

Last year, the Association expanded its International Quality Improvement efforts in Asia Pacific by entering India, supported by Dr. Suresh and his family, through a pilot program aimed at helping four hospitals establish care protocols and achieve accreditation as Chest Pain and/or Stroke Centers.

The Association honors volunteer with two prestigious awards

May 29, 2024

On May 2, Dr. Suresh was honored with the Ron Haddock International Impact Award and the Dr. Creighton B. Wright Award for his contributions to global cardiovascular care, aiming to extend life-saving practices from 300 million to three billion people worldwide.

New scientific statement endorses patient’s role in care

Apr 29, 2024

This initiative emphasizes shared decision-making, aligning medical treatment with patients' values to promote health equity, improve satisfaction, and enhance outcomes, urging healthcare professionals to prioritize patient-centered care.

A Focus on the Future

Mar 27, 2024

Held on March 8-10, 2024, the event united regional and global experts to discuss advancing cardiovascular care, with AHA President Joseph C. Wu highlighting stem cells, genomics, and AI innovations, alongside key discussions on iPSCs, cardiac arrest outcomes.

Raising Standards in Cardiac Care Brings Leaders Together in Mexico

Mar 27, 2024

This assembly followed a 2022 meeting on cardiac care standards, recognizing 10 hospitals excelling in AHA’s Get With The Guidelines®-Coronary Artery Disease initiative, with key leaders and experts emphasizing the importance of collaboration and uniform treatment standards for health equity.

International Stroke Conference (ISC)

Feb 29, 2024

Arab Health, the region's largest healthcare tradeshow, hosted over 68,000 professionals from 180 countries at the Dubai Trade Center from January 29 – February 1, featuring an AHA symposium on cardiovascular science, health technology, hospital quality improvement.

“Heart”felt Success at 2024 MENA Conference

Feb 29, 2024

The event united healthcare experts from the MENA region under the theme "Advancing Healthcare Excellence," focusing on resuscitation training, stroke support, coronary artery disease, and guideline-based certification to enhance patient care and healthcare standards.

Emerging Tech for Hearts (and Minds) in MENA

Feb 29, 2024

Arab Health, the region's largest healthcare tradeshow, hosted over 68,000 professionals from 180 countries at the Dubai Trade Center from January 29 – February 1, featuring an AHA symposium on cardiovascular science, health technology, hospital quality improvement.

Celebrating a Centennial

Jan 31, 2024

The American Heart Association, founded in 1924, has become a global leader in cardiovascular health, transforming care and prevention while launching a new 100-year vision to advance health and hope worldwide.

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