Host Rae Pearson speaks with MeShall Simmons, Executive Director of the American Heart Association Hampton Roads an organization on a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer healthier lives through research, policy advocacy, and education on heart and brain health.
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, and stroke ranks fifth. Despite medical advancements, lifestyle and environmental factors continue to put millions at risk. In a recent episode of Our Issues Hampton Roads, host Rae Pearson sat down with MeShall Simmons, Executive Director of the American Heart Association (AHA) Hampton Roads, to discuss the organization’s mission, milestones, and the urgent need for community engagement in heart health.
Founded in 1924 by six visionary cardiologists, the American Heart Association has grown into the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. The Hampton Roads chapter tailors its work to the unique needs of the region’s diverse communities, spanning seven cities and surrounding areas…