Keyword: American Heart Association
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Vaping gets its name from the cloud of water vapor that e-cigarettes produce, and it has become wildly popular among teenagers who believe it’s harmless. It’s not. In fact . . . more
At only 9-years-old, Casey Coco went in front of thousands of Long Islanders and spoke about his heart condition at the American Heart Association’s Long Island Heart Walk at Jones Beach on Sept. 16. more
Casey Coco, 9, has undergone three open-heart surgeries and multiple invasive procedures. In honor of his bravery and all he has overcome, Casey will serve as the “Red Cape” ambassador at the American Heart Association’s Long Island Heart Walk at Jones Beach on Sept. 16. more
When the news broke last month that a comprehensive new medical study indicated that cholesterol-lowering drugs should be prescribed for millions more Americans between the ages of 40 and 70, I didn’t believe it. more
On Feb. 3, Doug Oggeri suffered a massive heart attack after shovelling snow. Thankfully, his 18-year-old daughter, Colleen had learned cardiopulmonary resuscitation through the Police Athletic League. more
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