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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AHA Support Network
Join our online community of patients, survivors and caregivers.
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CPR and ECC Training
Be prepared for an emergency: Learn CPR. Save a life.
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Professional Membership
Build your professional career and start making an impact today.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Help us create a healthier world free of heart disease and stroke.
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.
March is Women’s History Month
For most of the 20th century, heart disease was considered a man's disease. While research over the past several decades has shown it to be as big a threat – if not bigger – to women, prevention, diagnostic and treatment gaps remain.
Spring into Better Health
As the days get warmer and the sun sets later, go outside to energize your mind and body. Research has shown spending 120 minutes a week in nature improves health and well-being. Making healthy eating choices can give you a boost in mood and happiness, too!
National Nutrition Month
Everyone can experience joy in food in a way that’s delicious, doable, healthy and affordable. Finding joy in your food is the best way to stay consistent in making smart choices. Get tips, bust myths and discover heart-healthy recipes.
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.
News and Stories
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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.