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Who We Are
Cardiovascular diseases and stroke are the #1 cause of death. Survivors, volunteers, advocates, healthcare providers,donors - all are building healthier lives in Iowa.
What We Do
We're building healthier lives where you live and work - in the community, health care, education and research.
How You Can Help
Touch hearts - save lives. Here’s the chance to make a real difference!
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1111 Ninth Street Suite 280
Des Moines, IA  50314
phone: (515) 244-3278
fax: (515) 244-5164
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How will YOU celebrate American Heart Month?

Take the My Life Check. Learn about Life's Simple 7.Organize your church to have a
Go Red Sunday
Donate $1 for a heart at local retailersJoin You're the Cure
Learn how to speak to legislators and make Iowa a more heart-healthy state at our Heart on the Hill event on Feb. 29Buy your advance ticket for the Change of Heart Fashion Show on March 8
at West End Architectural Salvage
Start your Heart Walk team for our walk on June 16Start the Go Red BetterU Makeover Challenge
 




"Just a Little Heart Attack"
Emmy-nominated actress Elizabeth Banks directs and stars in the first-ever Go Red For Women short film “Just a Little Heart Attack,” inspired by the real-life stories of women who have been affected by heart disease.

“Just a Little Heart Attack” shares a glimpse into the seemingly normal routine of a busy mom caring for her family.
How We Help You in Iowa

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Heart Ball LogoCentral Iowans Celebrate Life at 2012 Heart Ball. This year’s theme, Passion with Purpose, encourages everyone to live life to its fullest and prevent heart hisease   more

Go Red For Women Logo - Volunteer PageGovernor Branstad's mission is to make Iowa the healthiest state, let’s start with healthier hearts this February! The Governor is proclaiming February is American Heart Month and Feb. 3 is Wear Red Day. more 

Fruits and vegetables inside heart shaped tape measureNew school nutrition standards will improve the heart health of students - a first step in fighting against child obesity and hunger. more

Go Red Basketball Twin CitiesAt the Iowa Energy basketball game against the Fort Wayne War Ants, heart & stroke survivors will pack the stands along with hundreds of friends and family for the association’s first Red Out game. more

MKE Health Educ Center CAGThe American Heart Association is offering Community Action Grants for local community grassroots programs promoting heart health. Application deadline is March 2. more





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