American Heart Association Expanded CKM Health Resources
New educational tools aim to help clinicians manage interconnected cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic conditions.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Heart Disease
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The American Heart Association has launched an expanded suite of educational resources focused on cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) health. These tools are designed to support clinicians in managing overlapping conditions that often affect the same patients.
Why it matters
Cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic systems are deeply interconnected, requiring a coordinated approach to patient care. These new resources aim to streamline access to critical health guidance for medical professionals treating complex, overlapping diseases.
The educational portfolio includes micro-learning modules limited to 15 minutes and podcasts lasting 30 minutes, alongside on-demand sessions exceeding 60 minutes. The PREVENT Online Calculator provides 10- and 30-year risk estimates for cardiovascular disease.
The players
American Heart Association
Based in Dallas, this non-profit organization funds cardiovascular medical research and educates consumers and clinicians on heart-healthy living.
Novo Nordisk
This global pharmaceutical company is one of the corporate supporters of the CKM Health Initiative.
The details
Clinicians can access specialized toolkits, apps, and digital modules through the CKM Health for Professionals website. These resources include the Guidelines-on-the-Go app, which is compatible with iOS and Android devices.
Timeline
The American Heart Association began leading initiatives in CKM health in 2023.
The organization expanded its clinical education portfolio on October 12, 2026.
Health Landscape
The launch of these resources advances the American Heart Association's CKM Health Initiative by translating clinical guidelines into actionable digital formats. This shift mirrors a broader trend toward integrated specialty care, moving away from siloed treatments for patients with overlapping chronic metabolic and cardiovascular conditions.
Patients may benefit from more coordinated care as their physicians gain access to modernized diagnostic and management tools. This initiative specifically aims to streamline treatment for those managing overlapping metabolic and cardiovascular health challenges.
The takeaway
Healthcare providers should utilize these short-form digital modules to stay current on rapidly evolving guidelines for complex patient cases. Integrating these tools into daily practice can help ensure more consistent application of preventative care measures for at-risk patients.
Further reading
For more information on clinical guidelines, explore the Heart Disease section.
More information
Clinicians can review the CKM Health for Professionals educational portal for full access to the new resources.
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