American Heart Association Limited Time: Make 5X the Impact With Your Gift
Heart disease and stroke take lives and devastate families. You can help change that. Your support will help advance lifesaving discoveries and bring heart health resources to more communities.
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CPR, AED or First Aid Training
Be prepared: Learn CPR, AED, and First Aid skills that can save a life.
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Support Network Community
Join our online support community of patients, survivors and caregivers.
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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.
$6 Billion+
Invested in pioneering research leading to lifesaving breakthroughs
The American Heart Association is the largest non-profit, non-governmental funder of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular research.
The American Heart Association is the largest non-profit, non-governmental funder of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular research.
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.
Every stage matters for a woman’s heart health
Each stage of a woman’s life offers opportunities to protect her heart. Learn how hormones and other factors can shape cardiovascular health from the teen years through menopause and beyond.
Where you live shouldn’t limit your health
People in rural communities can face unique challenges to living a healthy life and getting the care they need. Discover how we're working alongside communities to close those gaps.
What diabetes can mean for your heart
Living with diabetes is about more than your blood sugar. Learn how diabetes affects heart health and discover ways to manage your diabetes and prevent long-term complications.
Learn CPR and be ready to help
You could save the life of a loved one, friend or neighbor. CPR can double or triple a person's chance of surviving cardiac arrest. Find out what CPR classes teach, why hands-on practice is important and how training can prepare you to act when it matters most.News and Stories
News and Stories from the American Heart Association
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Find 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.