Stents. CPR. Clot-busting drugs. Those are just a few of the scientific advancements that were begun with research grants from the American Heart Association.
Five researchers funded by the American Heart Association shared information on their studies during the American Heart Association’s Research Reception at Oak Hill Country Club on February 7. The event included four poster sessions and one program presentation.
“Research like the studies presented tonight build upon the American Heart Association’s century of advancing scientific investigation and transforming care for millions of heart disease and stroke patients around the world,” said Jason Stulb, senior vice president with the American Heart Association, “Since our founding 100 years ago, research has led the way to better treatment and prevention. Ultimately, research will lead to a cure for these leading causes of death and disability. We’re proud to be the leading nonprofit organization funding cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease research.”
Bold investments in the American Heart Association have led to significant medical advancements including the first artificial heart valve, implantable pacemakers, cholesterol-lowering medications and techniques for CPR.
Since the 1940s, the American Heart Association has invested more than $5 billion in research, including more than $90 million in research based here in the Rochester area.
The event also celebrated the upcoming Rochester Heart Ball. The gala event will be held on May 18 at Oak Hill Country Club. The event will be led by Dr. George Porter, Rhea and Raymond White Professor in Pediatric Cardiology at Golisano Children’s Hospital, Laurel Yartz, senior human resources leader at Lewis Tree Service. For more information on the Heart Ball, visit http://heart.org/HeartofRochester.
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