HEART In Action

See how the HEART Initiative is making a difference through community events, partnerships, and health-focused programs.

HEART to Heart: Protecting our Mothers, Sisters, and Daughters

HEART to Heart: Protecting Our Mothers, Sisters, and Daughters webinar explores the unique cardiovascular health challenges faced by women across the lifespan and highlights the urgent need for culturally responsive, gender‑specific prevention. The session features a dynamic panel discussion with WomenHeart Champions who share lived experiences and actionable insights to empower communities and improve heart‑health outcomes for all women.

Sharmaine M. McCoy, DNP, ACNP-BC

HEART & Soul: Nourish Your Body, Energize Your Life

HEART & Soul: Nourish Your Body, Energize Your Life explores how everyday nutrition, movement, and lifestyle choices work together to strengthen heart health and boost overall vitality. The session provides practical, science‑informed strategies to help individuals build sustainable habits that support long‑term wellness, energy, and resilience.

Presented by Thea Boatswain, RD

HEART health & meds: What you need to know

HEART Health & Meds: What You Need to Know explains how common cardiovascular medications work, why they’re prescribed, and what they mean for overall heart health. The session provides clear, practical guidance on medication safety, side‑effect awareness, and how to work effectively with healthcare providers to stay on track with heart‑healthy care.

Presented by Imani Carpenter, PharmD

HEART to Heart What is Cholesterol Telling You

HEART to Heart: What Is Cholesterol Telling You? explains how cholesterol functions as a key indicator of cardiovascular health, helping people understand the messages their bodies may be sending long before symptoms arise. The session provides clear, actionable strategies for managing cholesterol and reducing heart‑health risks through awareness, prevention, and informed conversations with healthcare professional

Presented by Bede N, Nriagu, MD, MPH

HEART to Heart-Understanding and managing High Blood Pressure

HEART to Heart: Understanding and Managing High Blood Pressure breaks down what high blood pressure is, why it develops, and how it affects long‑term heart health. The session offers clear, practical strategies for monitoring, lifestyle changes, and treatment options to help individuals take control of their blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risk.