The Delaware Heart & Stroke Ball honored four Delawareans for their contributions to heart health and community well-being.

Annual Heart & Stroke Ball honors Delaware health leaders and survivors

Claudia EstradaHealth, Charity, Headlines

WILMINGTON —The Delaware Heart & Stroke Ball gathered community members to support the American Heart Association’s (AHA) work in preventing heart disease and stroke. Held as part of the Heart of Delaware campaign, the evening recognized community members who have significantly contributed to the fight against heart disease and highlighted the organization’s continued efforts to promote health equity, fund research, …

The YMCA's new program comes at a time where 36% of the state is affected by hypertension. (Photo by Photo Sesaon/Adobe Stock)

YMCA unveils blood pressure self-monitoring program to fight hypertension

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Health

Nearly 4 in 10 Delawareans struggle with hypertension, and the YMCA is taking action to address this statistic. In an effort to combat Delaware’s growing hypertension crisis, the YMCA of Delaware has launched a new Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring (BPSM) program aimed at empowering individuals to take control of their heart health. Initially available at the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA with virtual …