Stories are important. A story can help paint a picture and help others understand. That’s why we need to hear stories of why we must end tobacco use in casinos. Share your story today. The data is clear – tobacco use in casinos is bad for the health of workers and causes a workplace safety…Read More…

University of Rochester Heart Club students recently led a highly successful tobacco-specific campus clean-up, reinforcing the university’s commitment to a healthier campus for students. Volunteers gathered at the University of Rochester Medical Center campus and collected a significant amount of discarded cigarette butts, vape devices, and Zyn pouches found across outdoor spaces. This initiative marked…Read More…

It’s a new legislative session in Maryland and it’s time we come together again in Annapolis and tell legislators what heart healthy policies are important to us. This year, we’re focusing on ensuring all Maryland kids get access to healthy foods in school and in their communities.  We’ll start off with a training and then…Read More…

A new legislation in Virginia is coming so it’s time we come together in Richmond and tell legislators what heart healthy policies are important to us. This year, we’re focusing on why we need healthy school meals for all Virginian children. We know it’s healthier for kids and helps kids be fed for success! Join…Read More…

Texans can live longer, healthier lives — and your real story can help make it happen! Right now, Texas has the highest uninsured rate in the country, leaving too many of our friends and neighbors without access to the care they need. We all deserve access to health care coverage so we can stay healthy,…Read More…

We’re thrilled to announce that Lauren Simpson-Gomez has joined us as our newest State Government Relations Director. In this role, Lauren will serve as the primary liaison between the American Heart Association and government officials  building relationships, tracking legislation and advocating for policies that advance public health across Alaska and Hawai’i. Lauren earned a Bachelor’s…Read More…

My name is Spencer Davis. I’m a junior at Hollidaysburg High School. Last week, my dad and I joined other Heart Powered advocates from Pennsylvania to meet with Senator John Fetterman and other federal lawmakers in Washington, D.C. In September of 2024, I took a hit during football practice. It was perfectly normal; something that…Read More…

The official first day of Indiana’s 2026 legislative session is January 5th. We are focusing on a handful of policy priorities. Your advocacy can help turn these priorities into real progress for families and communities. Let’s take a closer look at a few of them: Time to Eat – This policy would ensure that students have…Read More…