Topic: High Blood Pressure: Recognize The Symptoms. Live A Healthy Life.

Quick Summary:

• Controlling blood pressure, which includes information about
  recognizing signs of heart attack, stroke, etc.
• Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Many don’t even know they have it or how to get it under control properly.
• High blood pressure usually has no symptoms; that’s why it’s called the “silent killer. The only way to know if your blood pressure is high is to have your healthcare professional check it regularly.

Courtney Deignan serves as Development Director  for the American Heart Association in Eastern Pennsylvania, where she champions mission-driven initiatives across Northeast PA, the Greater Lehigh Valley, and the Susquehanna Valley. She is dedicated to cultivating strong relationships that support research, education, and lasting change, and her work reflects a deep commitment to creating healthier, more connected communities.

Before entering the nonprofit sector, Courtney spent nearly a decade in manufacturing and supply chain, including three years with the Northeastern Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center (NEPIRC), a nonprofit supporting small and mid-sized manufacturers. This experience sparked her passion for mission-driven work and inspired her transition to a career dedicated to impact and service.

Courtney holds a degree from Misericordia University and is a lifetime member of the Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society. She is an alumna of the Leadership Northeast Amplify Women’s Leadership Program and lends her expertise through advisory roles with Wilkes University’s School of Business & Engineering, Johnson College’s Hazleton Campus, and the Penn’s Northeast Marketing Steering Committee. 

An active volunteer, Courtney supports animal welfare and community service organizations, including Whisker’s World, PA Inclusive, Sleep in Heavenly Peace, and the SPCA. She also participates in charitable events ranging from 5K races to food bank distributions.

Courtney resides in Forty Fort with her husband Jay and their two cats, Clem and Chowder. Inspired by her family and community, she remains committed to advancing causes that foster health, connection, and opportunity throughout Pennsylvania.