Cardiovascular diseases and stroke are the #1 cause of death. Survivors, volunteers, advocates, healthcare providers,donors - all are building healthier lives in Kansas.
We're building healthier lives where you live and work - in the community, health care, education and research.
Touch hearts - save lives. Here’s the chance to make a real difference!
Regional Office 8630 E. 32nd Court N Wichita, KS 67226 phone: (316) 265-4238 fax: (316) 265-1390
In Kansas during the past five years (2007-2011) the American Heart Association funded over $4.39 million in new research - 35 studies at 3 Kansas institutions.
8 studies at Kansas State University, Manhattan - $981,498
8 studies at the University of Kansas, Lawrence - $907,772
19 studies at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City - $2,501,016
Nationwide, we invest almost $123 million a year ($3.3 billion since 1949) in heart and stroke research that has led to recent breakthroughs such as clot-busting drugs and drug-eluting stents. Healthcare providers learn about medical advances and new treatment guidelines though our journals, conferences and online courses.
The American Heart Association Midwest Affiliate funds projects that help us achieve our Impact Goal:To improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20% by the year 2020, and to reduce deaths from heart disease and stroke by 20%.