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FRAMINGHAM HEART STUDY: Pioneering work led to common advice for health living
“It’s very important that every individual in the United States knows the signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease so they can get prompt, immediate care.” - Dr. Emelia Benjamin. For the past 30 years, Benjamin has conducted research at the Framingham Heart Study. In this article she highlights three forms... More
2018 Scholarship Winners Announced
Friends of the FHS awarded the FHS Dawber Scholarship to two high school seniors planning to attend college. All children, stepchildren, and grandchildren of FHS participants were welcomed to apply for the scholarships. Applicants wrote essays focused on “How has the Framingham Heart Study research scope expanded over its 70 years?” to... More
FHS Poster Contest for Framingham Middle School Students
The Framingham Heart Study started the celebration of its 70th year with a poster contest for middle school students in Framingham. The theme of this contest was "What Does a Healthy Lifestyle Mean to You?" Prizes were awarded to the first and second place winners at each of the four middle... More