According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death among Americans, with nearly 2,500 people dying from it every day. The disease is also more prevalent among Black men and women, who have higher rates of high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes.
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American Heart Association and NNPA team up to discuss changing the future of cardiovascular health
The American Heart Association and the National Newspaper Publishers Association partnered to host a symposium to address health disparities faced by Black Americans and discuss the role of the Black Press in disseminating accurate information about cardiovascular health.