hidden Thousands Step Out to Save and Improve Lives Across the Greater Washington Region

Thousands Step Out to Save and Improve Lives Across the Greater Washington Region

On November 5, an uncharacteristically warm and sunny day, the American Heart Association, Greater Washington Region raised heartbeats and over $1.77 million to save and improve lives across the community during its 2022 Heart Walk. Thousands of friends, teams, coaches and sponsors came together on the National Mall to support lifesaving cardiovascular research, advocacy efforts

hidden DC Go Red for Women Reception unites heart health advocates across the Greater Washington Region

DC Go Red for Women Reception unites heart health advocates across the Greater Washington Region

Since 2004, the Go Red for Women movement has educated millions of women about their greatest health threat: heart disease. Each year, cardiovascular disease causes 1 in 3 deaths among women, but too many remain unaware of their risks. On Thursday, November 17, the American Heart Association is shining a light on the health journey

hidden 35 Greater Washington Region health clinics recognized for efforts to address hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes

35 Greater Washington Region health clinics recognized for efforts to address hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes

Thirty-five health care organizations in the Greater Washington Region are among over 1,300 nationwide recognized through the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Target: BP, Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol (CCCC), and Target: Type 2 Diabetes initiatives. For nearly 100 years, the AHA has been a leading voice and relentless force for a world free of heart disease

hidden 2023 public policy agenda drives equitable health impact in the Greater Washington Region

2023 public policy agenda drives equitable health impact in the Greater Washington Region

For nearly 100 years, the American Heart Association (AHA) has opened doors to equitable health through policy and system changes that save and improve lives. When it comes to fighting cardiovascular disease and stroke, a lot is at stake, especially in the Greater Washington Region where approximately a quarter of adults have hypertension, one-in-four kids

hidden Howard University student named as 2021-2022 EmPOWERED to Serve Scholar

Howard University student named as 2021-2022 EmPOWERED to Serve Scholar

Written by Shaneta Ford, Health Strategies Intern Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life, and as champions for health equity, the American Heart Association is making that vision a reality. Guided by 10 bold commitments, we are dedicated to removing barriers to health care access and quality and advancing cardiovascular health for

hidden 27 hospitals in the Greater Washington Region recognized for efforts to improve outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke

27 hospitals in the Greater Washington Region recognized for efforts to improve outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke

The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care. Twenty-seven hospitals in the Greater Washington Region are among the 2,600 nationwide that participate in the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative to improve outcomes for Americans who experience heart disease

hidden Your Impact in the Greater Washington Region

Your Impact in the Greater Washington Region

For nearly 100 years, the American Heart Association has been fighting heart disease and stroke. Alongside our supporters, volunteers, community organizations, and clinical partners, we have helped millions of families and communities thrive across the globe. Since 1949, the Association has invested over $5 billion in research funding, more than any nonprofit organization except the