Paid family leave is a critical need for Pennsylvania families.
Posted OnSeptember 30, 2025 byDid you know that most employees in the US don’t have access to paid family and medical leave? That means that if something happens to them or someone they care for, they can be left having to choose between a paycheck or their health. Many people have to make these difficult decisions and when it…Read More…
Bold Steps for a Healthier Hoosier State
Posted OnSeptember 25, 2025 byRecently, our Government Relations Director, Christina Cesnik, was asked to serve on a committee for the Indiana Obesity and Diet-Related Chronic Disease Plan. Indiana ranks among the most obese states in the nation. This alarming statistic isn’t just about weight—it’s a gateway to chronic conditions, like heart disease, that burden families, communities, and our healthcare…Read More…
Seconds Save Lives: Why Senate Bill 11 Matters for Kansas Communities
Posted OnSeptember 25, 2025 byThis week, Kari Rinker, Kansas Government Relations Director, presented at the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) conference on the importance of Telecommunicator CPR (T-CPR) and our support for Senate Bill 11 — a bill that would require T-CPR training across Kansas. T-CPR is the training of 9-1-1 emergency medical dispatchers to coach callers on…Read More…
Jason Tester
Posted OnSeptember 25, 2025 byMeet the 2025–2026 Florida Advocacy Committee
Posted OnSeptember 24, 2025 byA new group of passionate advocate leaders is stepping up to advance heart health policy across Florida. From grassroots efforts to legislative engagement, the Florida Advocacy Committee is ready to make an impact.Read More…
Building a Nation of Lifesavers in Louisiana Schools
Posted OnSeptember 24, 2025 byWith schools across Louisiana back in session, we’re grateful that school campuses and athletic programs are now better equipped to respond to cardiac emergencies—thanks in large part to the tireless efforts of American Heart Association Heart Powered advocates.Read More…
Heart Health on the Menu: Advocating for Sodium Warning Labels in Ohio
Posted OnSeptember 22, 2025 byAs legislators return to the Statehouse in Columbus, American Heart Association’s Heart Powered advocates continue to work toward making Ohio a healthier place. Dr. Surender Neravetla, an Ohio State Advocacy Committee member, penned a Letter to the Editor calling for sodium warning labels in restaurants to help fight heart disease and empower healthier choices. I…Read More…
Advocating for Heart Health: Our 2025 State Policy Priorities
Posted OnSeptember 16, 2025 byEveryone deserves the chance to live a long, healthy life. That’s why we’re focused on advancing policies that improve cardiovascular health and reduce the impact of heart disease and stroke. As we look ahead, these are the key state and community priorities we’re championing across Alabama.Read More…
Advocating for Heart Health: Our 2025 State Policy Priorities
Posted OnSeptember 16, 2025 byEveryone deserves the chance to live a long, healthy life. That’s why we’re focused on advancing policies that improve cardiovascular health and reduce the impact of heart disease and stroke. As we look ahead, these are the key state and community priorities we’re championing across Mississippi.Read More…
Advocating for Heart Health: Our 2025 State Policy Priorities
Posted OnSeptember 16, 2025 byEveryone deserves the chance to live a long, healthy life. That’s why we’re focused on advancing policies that improve cardiovascular health and reduce the impact of heart disease and stroke. As we look ahead, these are the key state and community priorities we’re championing across Florida.Read More…