The IN-fluence 500 Challenge: Lap 1 – Start Your Engines
Posted OnSeptember 21, 2026 byWelcome to Lap 1 of the IN-fluence 500 Challenge. Before a driver can compete, they must meet their crew, understand the course, and prepare for race day. The same is true for advocacy. This introductory lap helps volunteers connect with American Heart Association Heart Powered, understand who represents them, and learn how to stay engaged…Read More…
Protecting Texas’ Investment in Brain Health Research
Posted OnSeptember 18, 2026 byWhen Texans came together to support Proposition 14 last November, they voted to invest in a healthier future. The American Heart Association supported this effort because heart health and brain health are deeply connected. Many of the same factors that increase the risk of heart disease and stroke can also affect brain health and increase…Read More…
Continued Efforts to Save Lives from Cardiac Arrest
Posted OnSeptember 4, 2026 byThe end of summer is upon us, and many kids are back in the classroom and on the playing fields for fall sports. Did you know?: As many as 23,000 kids suffer a cardiac arrest every year, and a majority of those happen in a school setting. Unfortunately, only one in ten people survive a…Read More…
Your Senator Can be a Champion in the Fight Against Stroke
Posted OnSeptember 4, 2026 byEvery 3 minutes and 14 seconds someone loses their life because of a stroke. Stroke is the 4th leading cause of death and a leading cause of long-term disability. These numbers are staggering, but many strokes can be prevented, and quick treatment can help someone survive. The Stroke Act was recently introduced in the U.S….Read More…
Maryland Advocacy takes on MACO!
Posted OnSeptember 2, 2026 byThis year, the American Heart Association were proud to take part in the Maryland Association of Counties (MACO) Summer Conference. The event took place in Ocean City, Maryland August 12-14th. There, we had a table where people came by to learn more about our policy work, such as informed dining and healthy school meals legislation….Read More…
Virginia Healthy School Meals for All: Building Momentum for 2027
Posted OnSeptember 2, 2026 byDuring the 2026 legislative session, our Virginia Healthy School Meals for All campaign, to guarantee no-cost healthy school meals to all students regardless of household income, made significant progress thanks to strong advocacy efforts! While both bills were ultimately carried over to the 2027 session due to budget concerns, the momentum remains strong. Looking ahead, SB…Read More…
Advocate speaks to the media about why she supports regulating flavored tobacco and e-cigarettes
Posted OnSeptember 2, 2026 byWhen advocates speak up about the issues that matter to them, it can help make a difference in the policies we are fighting for. In Albany, State Advocacy Committee member and chair of the Albany American Heart Association Board of Directors, Kaweeda Adams, was interviewed by WRGB News 6 about the need for New York…Read More…
Bucks County student talks about why she supports healthy school lunches
Posted OnSeptember 2, 2026 byStudents across Pennsylvania are supporting Healthy School Lunches for all. Bucks County student, Katherine Isaev told us why she does. “When I think about what students need to succeed, I think of engaging teachers, extracurricular opportunities, and positive learning environments. But there is one necessity that can’t be overlooked: food. Food insecurity is not a…Read More…
Is Your School Ready for a Cardiac Emergency?
Posted OnSeptember 1, 2026 byAs students, coaches, and athletes return to school and sports activities, now is a great time to think about safety where those activities are happening. While games, practices, and school events bring communities together, they can also be the setting for one of the most time-sensitive medical emergencies: sudden cardiac arrest. Cardiac emergencies can affect…Read More…
California Legislative Session Update: Strong Progress for Heart Health Priorities
Posted OnSeptember 1, 2026 byThe California Legislature has officially concluded its 2026 legislative session, and we’re proud to share that several American Heart Association priorities made significant progress this year. We are now turning our attention to the Governor’s desk, where key decisions will determine whether these important measures become law. ✅ SB 945 (Weber Pierson) – CPR in…Read More…