MACVPR has teamed up with the American Heart Association with the following Web-based programs and products which offer a wide variety of information and resources to help you as a patient learn more about your risk, help manage your condition, and improve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
CPR Anytime
 www.cpranytime.org
If a cardiac arrest happened to your loved one or a close friend, would you know how to perform life-saving CPR, which can double a victim’s chance of survival? Family & Friends CPR Anytime is a self-directed, personal CPR kit that makes learning the core skills of CPR easy, convenient, affordable and fun for the whole family. It takes just 22 minutes to learn and can be done anywhere.
Start!
www.americanheart.org/start
 The Start! movement encourages Americans to take up walking as part of their daily routine all year around. Track Your Physical Activity and Diet with MyStart! Online. The Start! Tracking Tool helps you balance your daily physical activity with what you eat. You can also get newsletters, recipes and more.
Heart Attack
Patients can learn warning signs, risk factors, prevention and life after a heart attack. They can also print handy charts listing diagnostic tests and procedures as well as surgery and other treatments. A cardiac glossary, e-newsletters, medical illustrations and a heart attack message board are also available. more
 Go Red Heart Check Up
www.goredforwomen.org/heartcheckup/
Know Your Numbers! Take your Health to Heart with a free personal 10 year heart-health risk assessment. The fact is, its essential to each one of us that we know our individual risk for developing cardiovascular disease. Our hearts are in our hands-and by seeing the doctor and getting a blood test and blood pressure test we can save them. Assess your heart health now.
Arrhythmia
Find information and tools for patients, family members and professionals on arrhythmia, featuring information about different types of arrhythmias, symptoms and treatments, medical illustrations, e-newsletters, the latest arrhythmia news and an arrhythmia message board. more
Delicious Decisions
www.deliciousdecisions.org
 You can have it all: delicious food and better health! Find out just how much "delicious" and "nutritious" have in common as well as secrets to make you the smartest grocery shopper, a quick recipe finder, advice on eating out and ways to stay fit forever.
Heart Profilers
www.americanheart.org/heartprofilers
Patients can register for their free confidential, personalized treatment options report. By registering, they can become more involved in their care by reviewing treatment options, possible side effects, success rates and questions to ask your healthcare provider.
Cholesterol
www.americanheart.org/cholesterol
Contains cholesterol information and tools for patients and professionals. Topics include medication, starting an exercise program, eating to lower cholesterol and risk factors. The site features medical illustrations, e-newsletters, a message board, an interactive quiz and has the latest AHA guidelines, recommendations and resources for healthcare professionals.
Heart Failure
Get information on heart failure and tools for patients and professionals. Information covers understanding the condition, treatments, diet and exercise, and condition management. It also has a caregiver’s guide, personal stories, e-newsletters and a message board. more
Mended Hearts
www.mendedhearts.org
 Mended Hearts is a nonprofit patient support organization affiliated with the AHA. It offers services to patients and families via visiting programs, support group meetings, HEARTBEAT magazine, and educational forums. Partnering with 450 hospitals and rehabilitation facilities, Mended Hearts volunteers make 231,000 hospital visits annually to patients, family members, and caregivers. Call 1-888-432-7899 or visit mendedhearts.org to learn more or to start a chapter.
The Heart of Diabetes
www.americanheart.org/diabetes
A free program that helps you learn the connection between cardiovascular disease, diabetes and insulin. Diabetes dramatically increases a person's risk for heart disease and stroke and often is associated with other cardiovascular risk factors, such as high blood pressure, cholesterol disorders, obesity and insulin resistance. Unfortunately, most people with diabetes are not aware of these prevalent health risks. The Heart Of Diabetes program was created to not only raise awareness of this issue, but help those with diabetes take action to lower their risk for heart disease and stroke resistance.
 Children and Heart Disease
This area of our Web site discusses acquired and congenital heart diseases found in children — common diagnostic tests, procedures and conditions are explained. Topics include congenital heart defects, Kawasaki disease and heart murmurs. It also features “Ask the Pediatric Cardiologist,” where parents can ask questions about children and heart disease. more
Compliance
Offers both professionals and patients the facts, tips and tools to help improve compliance with prescribed medication and lifestyle changes to treat or prevent heart disease and stroke. Featured items include a compliance quiz, commitment to health pledge, tracking forms to show progress and downloadable patient information sheets. more
 High Blood Pressure
This site provides high blood pressure information and tools for patients and professionals. It discusses treatment and care, including medication management, nutrition and physical activity. The site features an interactive quiz, risk calculator, e-newsletters, medical illustrations, a message board and the latest AHA guidelines and recommendations for healthcare professionals. more
Peripheral Artery Disease
Patients can learn the facts about PAD, including symptoms and diagnosis, risk factors, and treatment options. They can also sign up for our monthly e-newsletter and seek support at our message board. more
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