The American Heart Association’s school-based youth programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™, awarded $2,500 to Mount Pleasant Elementary School in Roanoke, for physical activity equipment. The annual grant program supports schools by funding resources to extend school wellness programs. The grant the school received will help purchase a “Systems of Adventure Wall” for

Our Community Impact Director, Brittanie Vogen, shares this amazing story of a new partnership designed to bring a love of fresh fruits and vegetables to students in Orange County, VA   At the end of May 2022, the American Heart Association and the Office on Youth initiated introductions for community impact work within Orange County,

Alexis Whalley had no family history of Preeclampsia, yet during her first pregnancy it became a major issue for her health. Here is Alexis sharing her story.        

For women, the facts are simply this – Cardiovascular disease, including stroke, is the No. 1 cause of death in women and high blood pressure is the No. 1 preventable cause of stroke. With this in mind, here is Alejandra Hancock to share her story of how high blood pressure impacted her pregnancy. When I

Yvonne Crews shares her story for the 2022 Lynchburg Heart Walk. Yvonne suffered congestive heart failure not once, but TWICE, during two pregnancies. Hear her incredible story, not only about surviving it but how she found peace and calm through the science and information she gathered from the American Heart Association! Yvonne and her family

2022 Ohio Valley Women of Impact nominee Crystal Pietranton shares her amazing story of how she saved a women’s life using CPR! Crystal understands firsthand the importance of knowing this life-saving technique and is using the Women of Impact platform to encourage people everywhere to learn it! Check out her story below! You can donate

Pam McKim is not only a nominee for the 2022 Ohio Valley Women of Impact campaign, but she is also a heart survivor! Here is her story, which is a great reminder to all women to listen to their bodies! Remember, you can vote for your choice for the 2022 Ohio Valley Women of Impact

Megan Hamlet, RN is currently Manager of Cardiovascular Clinical Operations for Centra in Lynchburg, VA. But, not only does she help heart survivors – Megan is one herself! She shared her story for American Heart Month. Check it out below!          

Laurie Labishak is one of the five nominees for the 2022 Ohio Valley Women of Impact campaign. In this video, she shares her reasons for supporting the American Heart Association and what this campaign means to her. Check out her video below! You can vote for your pick for the 2022 Ohio Valley Women of