Help Fund Heart-Healthy Policies in Kentucky
Posted OnFebruary 4, 2026 byAs lawmakers begin work on the next two-year budget, it is important to let them know that key investments in health are necessary for Kentuckians across the state. We need your help to tell your lawmaker to fund life-saving, healthy policies, including: CPR in Schools – Kentucky law requires public schools to teach CPR and…Read More…
Tell Your Elected Officials that Medical Research Saves Lives 📧
Posted OnAugust 1, 2025 byCongress has passed important legislation that rejects proposed cuts to lifesaving medical research. By supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Congress has reaffirmed a commitment to developing cures that will provide health and hope for families and patients. We can’t let up; Congress needs to continue to support the innovative research of the NIH….Read More…
Act now to protect access to healthcare and paid leave!
Posted OnJuly 8, 2025 byIt’s a stressful time in the District and our neighbors need the peace of mind that their health and family care will be there when they need it. Unfortunately, in her 2026 budget, Mayor Bowser recommends cutting paid family leave and Medicaid benefits. We need your help urging Councilmembers to change this! Tell your Councilmembers…Read More…
Tell DC Council to keep kids fed for success!
Posted OnJuly 8, 2025 byFamilies in the District are struggling, and food costs remain unaffordable for many. But the DC Council can support our kids by funding Universal Free School Meals in the 2026 budget. This common-sense policy would ensure that every public and charter school student in the District can receive breakfast, lunch, and after-school snacks at no…Read More…
Time is ticking encourage your lawmakers to fund healthy programs!
Posted OnJuly 8, 2025 byTime is ticking, the Michigan Legislature needs to finalize their budget next week. Right now, the funding for Healthy School Meals for All and Cardiac Emergency Response Plans are in danger. Removing this funding strips away a program that has fed tens of thousand of kids that didn’t previously have breakfast or lunch. In Michigan,…Read More…
Ask Congress to fund the HEARTS Act 📧
Posted OnJune 6, 2025 byMore than 350,000 people suffer a cardiac arrest outside of a hospital each year. Unfortunately, only 10% of people survive this traumatic event. If someone nearby starts CPR and uses an available automated external defibrillator (AED) they can double or triple the chances of survival. More than 23,000 people who suffer a cardiac arrest each…Read More…
Join Us in Improving Access to Healthcare in Mississippi
Posted OnJune 4, 2025 byI pledge to join the American Heart Association in advocating for Mississippi to close the gap in adequate affordable healthcare insurance coverage. Access to adequate and affordable healthcare coverage is essential for preventing and treating diseases. This is especially crucial for individuals with chronic conditions like heart disease and stroke. Numerous studies show that states…Read More…
Join the Campaign to Prevent Deaths from Cardiac Arrest
Posted OnJune 3, 2025 byThe American Heart Association along with the NFL and the Smart Heart Sports Coalition has launched a nationwide campaign to prevent deaths from cardiac arrest, especially in high school athletes. We are working to ensure public policies make the resources available for schools to adopt and implement Cardiac Emergency Response Plans (CERPS) including ensuring school…Read More…
Tell AZ Lawmakers to Fund AEDs, School Meals, and Healthy Foods!
Posted OnJune 3, 2025 byArizona lawmakers are currently discussing funding for programs in our state. Now is the time for us to speak up to ensure lawmakers prioritize support for critical programs that impact our heart and brain health, including: 1. $1 million to support legislation requiring Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in high school athletic venues and sporting events;…Read More…
Take Action – Crucial budget negotiations are happening
Posted OnJune 3, 2025 byState leaders continue to work on the state budget and we need your help urging them to prioritize funding for the CalFresh Fruit & Vegetable EBT Program. This program helps families in our state access fresh fruits and vegetables, but it ended in January because it ran out of funds. A healthy diet is an…Read More…