Every year, more than 350,000 cardiac arrests happen outside of hospitals in the U.S., yet fewer than half of those affected receive CPR in time. During National CPR and AED Awareness Week, we’re calling on everyone to learn Hands-Only CPR and help build a Nation of Lifesavers—because quick action can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival.Read More…

With primary elections just around the corner, and the changes they will bring, we are working on assessments of where we might be able to gain traction on our priority issues. Much is up in the air until we know the new makeup of the legislature, and what happens in the Governor’s race. As we…Read More…

The Idaho primary election took place May 19th, and the results were interesting. After a challenging legislative session, we saw many primary challenges that will result in new faces in the 2027 Legislature. Some of the more hardline Republicans, known as the “Gang of Eight,” lost seats to more moderate conservatives, particularly those in the…Read More…

Last year, the Indiana legislature passed a $2 per pack tax increase on cigarettes, as well as an equivalent increase on other tobacco products. A recently released report reveals that cigarette pack sales have dropped by 13.8% and e-cigarette sales by an estimated 8.3% since the tax went into effect. The tax increase generated an estimated…Read More…

On May 20, 2026, the American Heart Association brought together passionate Heart Powered advocates at the North Carolina State Legislature in Raleigh for North Carolina Heart at the Capitol, a day dedicated to raising voices for healthier lives and stronger communities. Seventy five advocates, alongside survivors of cardiac arrest, school administrators, Miss North Carolina, and…Read More…

Welcome to your Flight of Advocacy ✨ This year’s state budget decisions will shape access to healthy food for millions of Californians. We’ve made it simple to learn what’s at stake and take action, one issue at a time. Think of this as a tasting flight: ✔ Quick insights ✔ Clear impact ✔ Easy ways…Read More…

About the Author: Dr. Paula Gustafson serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Major Health Partners, where she helped lead the development of the MHP Cardiometabolic Center and its innovative approach to preventive health. A board-certified Pediatrician and Lifestyle Medicine Physician, she is dedicated to empowering patients through evidence-based care, and sustainable behavior change. Her…Read More…

Advocates, community partners, and local leaders are celebrating an important win for safer, more accessible transportation in Leon County. On May 12, the Leon County Board of County Commissioners recognized Complete Streets principles and reaffirmed the county’s commitment to strengthening their implementation through existing policies, project prioritization, and future transportation improvements.Read More…

The Mayor has released the proposed budget for the District, and it cuts many of the programs that help keep DC healthy. One of which is paid family and medical leave. This groundbreaking policy has helped thousands of people take time away from work to heal and care for themselves and their families. This has been…Read More…