Message Congress About Threat To Critical Medical Research 📧
Posted OnAugust 10, 2026 byThe Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has proposed a rule on federal grants that would fundamentally change how federally funded research and other programs are awarded, reviewed and managed. This proposal would do significant harm to scientists and patients who are counting on research to develop new life-saving treatments and cures. The rule could…Read More…
Help Support the Stroke Act 📧
Posted OnAugust 10, 2026 byThe Stroke Act recently introduced in the United States Senate, would improve stroke care from prevention through recovery. The bill would support research to better understand and treat stroke, help healthcare providers track and improve patient outcomes, expand access to rehabilitation and recovery services and increase public education about stroke risk factors and warning signs….Read More…
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…
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…