Does the American Heart Association take steps to avoid potential conflicts of interest when selecting members for the writing panel?
Yes, the American Heart Association takes steps to avoid any actual or potential conflicts of interest that may arise as a result of an outside relationship or a personal, professional, or business interest of a member of the writing panel. All members of the writing group are required to complete and submit a Disclosure Questionnaire showing all such relationships that might be perceived as real or potential conflicts of interest.