American Heart Association Make 2X Impact for Heart Month
As we close American Heart Month, your gift will be DOUBLED to help fight back twice as hard against cardiovascular disease, America's #1 killer.
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February is American Heart Month
Did you know more than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest outside of the hospital each year? Learn CPR today so you can be ready and become a part of the Nation of Lifesavers. Because no one, especially our most precious ones, should face a life-changing moment alone.
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AHA Support Network
Join our online community of patients, survivors and caregivers.
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Professional Membership
Build your professional career and start making an impact today.
How we are changing the future of health together
Since the American Heart Association’s founding in 1924, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have been cut in half. And yet, there are still so many lives to be saved. By driving breakthroughs in science, policy and care, together we can continue to advance health and transform lives every day.
19 Million+
High blood pressure patients helped
Our high blood pressure quality care initiative ensures lifesaving care for people at risk for heart disease.
Our high blood pressure quality care initiative ensures lifesaving care for people at risk for heart disease.
$5 Billion+
Invested in pioneering research leading to lifesaving breakthroughs
We've funded more heart, brain and cardiovascular research than any non-profit U.S. organization except the federal government.
We've funded more heart, brain and cardiovascular research than any non-profit U.S. organization except the federal government.
22 Million
People trained in CPR every year
9 out of 10 people who have a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital die. If performed immediately, CPR can double or triple a person's chances of survival.
9 out of 10 people who have a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital die. If performed immediately, CPR can double or triple a person's chances of survival.
The Time to Give from Your Heart is Now
This is an important American Heart Month, as we work to create a world where more people can live happier, healthier and longer lives together. Donate now to help save more lives with a gift that DOUBLES for 2X impact against heart disease and stroke.
February is Black History Month
As we celebrate the rich heritage and resilience of the Black community, the American Heart Association recognizes the importance of building a legacy of health. Be a lifesaver that unites our community.
HCM Awareness
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a thickening of the lower main pumping chamber of the heart (the left ventricle). It has been considered the most common genetic disease of the heart muscle and the most common cause of sudden cardiac death in young people and competitive athletes in North America. HCM Awareness Day is Feb. 26.
Is Your Workplace Ready?
Be prepared to respond to a cardiac emergency with a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan, or CERP, for your worksite. The AHA offers assistance, planning and turnkey resources to help you create, implement and evaluate a CERP.
The New American Heart Association Cookbook: Centennial Edition
This ultimate resource offers more than 800 recipes to satisfy every palate. The new and revised recipes are based on modern flavor profiles, classic favorites, cultural cuisines and culinary preferences.
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Your Support Helps Save Lives
There are so many ways to give. Make a gift in a way that is meaningful for you.
Join us for a Heart Walk in your area
Heart Walk is the American Heart Association's premiere event for raising funds to help save lives from heart disease and stroke.