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Committed to the fight against cardiovascular disease through professional education and public awareness.

12/15/2025

During cold and flu season, small daily habits can make a big difference. Washing hands regularly helps reduce the spread of germs, while managing stress supports your body’s natural defenses. Fueling yourself with a balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, and protein provides essential nutrients your immune system needs to function well. Staying consistent with these simple practices can help you feel stronger and more resilient throughout the busy holiday season.

12/12/2025

Winter can bring joy, but it also leads to stress and burnout from holiday overload, disrupted routines, and emotional fatigue. These pressures can affect both the mind and body, showing up as irritability, poor sleep, tension, or a faster heart rate. Simple breathing exercises—like 4-2-6 breathing or box breathing—can quickly calm the nervous system and restore clarity. Remember, caring for your mental well-being also supports your heart, making intentional rest and stress management essential during the winter season.

12/10/2025

When temperatures drop, blood pressure can naturally rise—even in people who usually have normal readings. Cold weather makes your blood vessels narrow, which forces your heart to work harder to push blood through your body. For some individuals, especially those with hypertension or heart conditions, this seasonal increase can be more noticeable.

Tips:
Stay warm
Move daily
Watch the salt intake
Limit alcohol
Don’t skip your medications
Manage stress

12/09/2025

Cardiac arrest and a heart attack are two serious heart emergencies, but they’re very different. A heart attack happens when blood flow to part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle—patients are usually awake and may have chest pressure, shortness of breath, or nausea. Cardiac arrest, however, is an electrical malfunction where the heart suddenly stops beating effectively, causing the person to collapse, lose consciousness, and stop breathing. A heart attack can lead to cardiac arrest, but cardiac arrest requires immediate CPR and defibrillation, while a heart attack needs urgent medical care to restore blood flow.

12/05/2025

Heart health doesn’t have to be complicated — it’s built one small habit at a time.

12/03/2025

High blood pressure (hypertension) is one of the most common—and most silent—risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Many people don’t experience symptoms, which is why it’s often called the “silent killer.” Regular monitoring is key, whether at home, at a clinic, or through community screenings.

The good news? High blood pressure is manageable. Healthy habits like reducing sodium, staying active, managing stress, limiting alcohol, and taking medications as prescribed can significantly lower your risk. Even small changes can make a big impact on long-term heart health.

12/02/2025

This , your donation can help save lives right here in Arizona. The Arizona Heart Foundation is dedicated to advancing heart health through research, education, and support for those affected by cardiovascular disease.
With your generosity, we can continue to fund vital research, provide life-saving resources, and support the heart health of our community.
Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference in the fight against heart disease.
Join us in making a lasting impact-Together, we can build a healthier future for all!
• Donate now: www.azheartfoundation.org/donate

11/29/2025

You don’t have to ‘earn’ your rest — your body and mind need it. Take this weekend to recharge, stretch, and breathe. 🧘‍♂️ Rest is part of progress.

11/27/2025

As we gather around our tables and reflect on the year, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude for each and every one of you. This season reminds us how important connection, community, and compassion truly are—and we feel incredibly thankful to be part of a space filled with so much support and kindness.
From our AHF family to yours, we wish you a day filled with comfort, joy, good food, and the people who make your heart feel at home. Thank you for being such an important part of our community.

11/25/2025

Sweet potatoes are a delicious, heart-healthy Thanksgiving staple packed with potassium to help lower blood pressure, fiber to reduce LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, and antioxidants like beta-carotene that fight inflammation. Naturally low in fat and sodium, they provide steady energy without blood-sugar spikes and can easily be incorporated into healthier holiday dishes—such as roasted sweet potatoes, cinnamon-spiced mash, or simple baked rounds. They’re a nutrient-rich way to add color, comfort, and cardiovascular benefits to your holiday plate.

11/24/2025

Common symptoms can include a fast or irregular heartbeat, anxiety or nervousness, shakiness, sweating, heat intolerance, weight loss despite normal or increased appetite, and frequent bowel movements. Many people also experience trouble sleeping, fatigue, and changes in their menstrual cycle. In some cases, the eyes may appear more prominent or irritated if Graves’ disease is the cause.

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1313 E. Osborn Road
Phoenix, AZ
85014

Telephone

+16022000437

Website

https://www.azheartfoundation.org/

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