Advocates speak up for healthy school breakfasts for all Virginia students!
Posted OnApril 2, 2026 by11 year old, Tony Brown, wants everyone to know why school breakfast for all is important to him and kids like him. Here is his story: “I believe every student in Virginia should have free breakfast at school. When kids are hungry, it’s really hard to focus. It’s hard to think about math, reading or…Read More…
Alabama Heart at the Capitol Lobby Day: Student‑Focused Advocacy in Action
Posted OnApril 1, 2026 byOn March 3, 2026, the American Heart Association hosted Alabama Heart at the Capitol Lobby Day in Montgomery. Advocates gathered at the Alabama State House to advance policies that protect lives and improve community health. Twenty-nine advocates participated and held 33 meetings with state legislators. Conversations with bill sponsors, legislative leadership, and education budget chairs…Read More…
Updated Science-Based Guidance on Healthy Eating!
Posted OnApril 1, 2026 byIt’s no secret that the food we eat has a major impact on our heart and brain health. New dietary guidance from the American Heart Association says that a lifelong healthy eating pattern can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. The American Heart Association issues evidence-based dietary guidance about every 5 years….Read More…
Iowa Heart at the Capitol: Turning Passion into Policy for Healthier Communities
Posted OnApril 1, 2026 byOn February 24th, 2026, the American Heart Association united its passionate Heart Powered advocates at the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines for New Mexico Heart at the Capitol, a day dedicated to raising voices for healthier lives and stronger communities. 38 advocates, along with Project Adam, the American College of Cardiology, Iowa Heart Foundation, came…Read More…
Governor Reeves Recognizes National Walking Day
Posted OnApril 1, 2026 byApril 1 is National Walking Day, and we’re pleased to share that Governor Tate Reeves has officially proclaimed the day as Walking Day in Mississippi. This recognition highlights the importance of walking as a simple, powerful way to support heart health and overall well‑being. Regular physical exercise is a great way to keep your body…Read More…
Let’s Get Moving – It’s National Walking Day
Posted OnMarch 31, 2026 byNational Walking Day is here, and it’s the perfect reminder that even a few minutes of movement can make a big difference. National Walking Day encourages everyone to pause, step outside, and reconnect with how simple and powerful walking can be. Walking isn’t about hitting a milestone or perfection — it’s about easing stress, lifting…Read More…
Parents across Virginia want School Breakfast for all
Posted OnMarch 31, 2026 byTita Escobar shared with us why healthy school breakfast for all is so important to her and her family. As a parent with children in PWCS, I know firsthand the difference a healthy breakfast can make in a child’s day. 1 in 7 Virginia children don’t always have enough to eat. Schools can provide students…Read More…
Ohio Legislature Spring Break Update!
Posted OnMarch 30, 2026 byThe Ohio Legislature is currently on Spring Break, making this a perfect point in the 136th General Assembly to update you on the status of several key bills the American Heart Association is championing at the Statehouse. While the halls are quiet these next few weeks, our work has been anything but! Below, you’ll find…Read More…
Turning Survival into Action: One Athlete’s Fight for Cardiac Safety
Posted OnMarch 30, 2026 byOn July 7, 2023, fifteen-year-old Canen Dickman was doing what he loved: training as a four-sport athlete during a soccer conditioning practice. But halfway through a two-mile time trial, the unthinkable happened… Canen suffered a sudden cardiac arrest and collapsed on the track. While many told Canen he was “lucky” to be alive, he sees…Read More…
Oklahoma Heart at the Capitol 2026
Posted OnMarch 25, 2026 byAaden Dunson and Magnus Miller understand the importance of having quick access to an automated external defibrillator (AED). Aaden, a high school senior, went into cardiac arrest when he was hit in the chest with a baseball. Fortunately, an experienced nurse began CPR immediately and had access to an AED. Aaden survived. Magnus quickly went…Read More…