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Women have unique heart health  needs. What you need to know. Read more
Women have unique heart health needs. What you need to know.
Supporting your cardiovascular health is important. Explore ways to protect your health.
Abbott, Hallmark Channel deliver a heartfelt movie for the holidays Read more
Abbott, Hallmark Channel deliver a heartfelt movie for the holidays
Abbott HeartMates ambassador Damar Hamlin and five of his HeartMates teammates will appear in ‘The More the Merrier,’ premiering Nov. 28
As Abbott HeartMates Grows, Personal Connections Do Too Read more
As Abbott HeartMates Grows, Personal Connections Do Too
Our team of heart health heroes expands by 11 “draft picks,” each with an inspiring comeback story.
Heartfelt Help: How Support Networks Help People Heal Read more
Heartfelt Help: How Support Networks Help People Heal
That's why Abbott started the HeartMates Program, a community to share stories and emotional support.
Building a Community of Heart-Health Teammates Watch now
Building a Community of Heart-Health Teammates
A group of Abbott HeartMates gather in Buffalo, N.Y., to make meaningful connections on and off the field.
It’s Draft Day: Damar Hamlin Helps Build the Abbott HeartMates Team Read more
It’s Draft Day: Damar Hamlin Helps Build the Abbott HeartMates Team
Eleven new HeartMates with 11 inspiring stories recognized at Abbott HeartMates Draft Day event in NYC.
Tedy and Damar Interview Read more
A heart-to-heart conversation: Damar Hamlin and Tedy Bruschi
Two pro football stars open up about their cardiovascular comeback stories.
Breaking Records and Expectations, 31 Years Post-Op Read more
Breaking Records and Expectations, 31 Years Post-Op
31 years after a double heart valve replacement, Seth has set the record straight on what his life can be.
Time to Get Real About the Importance of Heart Health Read more
Time to Get Real About the Importance of Heart Health
Lakeisha Brown has a story to tell, and the moral is this: Listen to your body and don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Knowledge Center

When it comes to heart health, knowledge is power

Anyone should be able to create a heart-healthy lifestyle, but it sure helps to have a solid foundation of knowledge to build on.

We’re here to share what we know. Abbott has years of experience as a leader in cardiovascular technology — not to mention all that we’ve learned from the people whose health journeys inspire us every day.

Watch for tips, discussions and more from our experts, and sign up for the Abbott HeartMates program to learn more.  

If you are experiencing any symptoms that are causing you concern, contact your doctor.

Celebrate with us

As a HeartMate, your voice is as powerful as your comeback story. Join us in spreading awareness for heart health. Check out the HeartMates Playbook for 10 ways to be an active member of the team.

Here are some of the occasions when we'll make ourselves heard: 

  • February: Heart Health Month
  • First Friday in February: Wear Red Day
  • Second Week of February: Heart Failure Awareness Week
  • February 7-14: Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week
  • February 20: Heart Recovery Awareness Day
  • February 22: Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day
  • May: Stroke Awareness Month 
  • June 1-7: CPR and AED Awareness Week
  • September: Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month
  • September 29: World Heart Day 
  • October 29: World Stroke Day
  • November: Family Caregivers Month 

Heart Health Stories

FAQs

What is Abbott HeartMates?

Abbott HeartMates is a program that celebrates the power of teamwork and the bravery of those chasing their own heart-related comeback stories, as well as the caregivers helping them on their journeys. The program creates a community in which members can share stories, offer support, learn from each other and Abbott heart-health experts, and celebrate wins.  

Why join Abbott HeartMates?

In addition to showing your support for heart-health awareness, members of the Abbott HeartMates community have opportunities to enjoy benefits such as:

  • Virtual team huddles with HeartMates ambassador Damar Hamlin
  • Connecting with other HeartMates to get support and share stories
  • Exclusive HeartMates gear
  • Inspirational content from their fellow HeartMates
  • Q&A opportunities with Abbott’s heart-health experts 

Who can join the Abbott HeartMates team?

Everyone impacted by cardiovascular conditions, directly (e.g., you’ve been diagnosed with a heart condition) or indirectly (e.g., someone you care about has a heart condition), is welcome to join Abbott HeartMates.

While Abbott HeartMates is open to people in all countries, privacy laws limit some elements of the program to U.S. residents. 

Abbott employees are welcome to join the program and encouraged to participate in employee-exclusive events. Some events may be limited to external participants. 

Do I need to have an Abbott medical device to join Abbott HeartMates?

No. Everyone impacted by cardiovascular conditions, regardless of their use of Abbott devices or technology, is welcome to join.  

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