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Give a Holiday Gift that Saves Lives
Donate today to help fight heart disease and stroke and receive our new digital recipe booklet, Taste of the Holidays, with our thanks. It’s our gift to you!
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You can save a life
The 2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care emphasize quick action by bystanders to begin CPR and training for all.
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Don't Die of Doubt
When an emergency strikes, hospitals are still the safest place – even during a pandemic. Call 911 at the first sign of a heart attack or stroke.
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COVID-19 Resources for Everyone
There seem to be countless questions about the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 — and some answers seem to change every day. Find current, science-based information about the pandemic and learn how we’re relentlessly fighting COVID-19 together.
Make This a Holiday for Healthy Hearts
So many loved ones facing heart disease or the effects of stroke are at a greater risk during the pandemic. Give a gift of health and hope this holiday season and receive the new Taste of the Holidays digital recipe booklet with our thanks. Happy Holidays!
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News and Stories
Helpful information about your health
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Events in Your Area
Step up to make a difference.
- USC Football Alumni | American Heart Association Charity Madden Tournament, Location: Los Angeles, Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 - 10:00 AM
- Iowa Workplace Health Symposium: Motivate with Heart, Date: Thursday, December 10, 2020 - 11:00 AM
- Topeka Virtual Go Red for Women Event, Date: Thursday, December 10, 2020 - 12:00 PM
- 2020 Lee County Heart Walk *DIGITAL EXPERIENCE*, Location: Centennial Park, Date: Saturday, December 12, 2020 - 08:00 AM
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Discover a Simpler Way to Give
The American Heart Association Donor Advised Fund Program offers an easy, flexible and tax-wise way to support all your favorite charities through one account.
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We Still Need Your Help
Every 40 seconds, a loved one still has a heart attack or stroke. Protect the hearts you love with a gift today.
Volunteer
Find volunteer opportunities that fit your time and talent.
Hands-Only CPR
Hands-Only CPR can save lives. Your actions can only help.
Warning Signs
Learn about the warning signs of heart attack, stroke and cardiac arrest.