Washington
Help us ensure that everyone in Washington has the opportunity to live a longer, healthier life.
Working Alongside LGBTQ+ Pacific Islander Leaders
Transphobic discrimination can result in health inequities. The American Heart Association's nutrition collaboration with UTOPIA Washington helps address disparities among LGBTQ+ communities.
Nutrition Policy Boosts Health of Rochester Residents
In Rochester, 23% of residents experience food insecurity. To combat associated health challenges, ROOF joined forces with the Association to advocate for healthy food that reflects their diverse neighborhood.
Helping Neighborcare Patients Know Their Numbers
We collaborated with Neighborcare Health to empower patients to be active participants in their health through a self-monitoring blood pressure program to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke.
Managing High Blood Pressure
1 in 4 adults in Washington State are living with high blood pressure. When left unmanaged, high blood pressure increases the risk for heart disease and stroke.
Read about our work with clinics and organizationsIncreasing Equitable Access to Healthy Foods
Nearly 30% of Washington families struggle to access enough food to sustain a healthy life due to barriers like transportation, discrimination, the rising cost of healthy food and an absence of options that reflect cultural needs.
How we're working to ensure nutrition security for allTobacco & Vaping Prevention and Cessation
More than 1 in 5 high school students in Washington State report using an e-cigarette in the last 30 days. Donations and local advocacy efforts enable us to work to stop youth tobacco and e-cigarette use by enacting equity-focused policies and programs that support physical and mental well-being.
Learn about our efforts focused on prevention and cessationInvesting in Community-Led Solutions to Health Disparities
The American Heart Association's Bernard J. Tyson Impact Fund invests in sustainable local solutions addressing social and economic drivers of health disparities in under resourced and disenfranchised communities.
Learn about the Washington State investeesProtein Packed Sweet and Nutty Stir-Fry
When you crave takeout, but don’t want to load up on saturated fat and sodium, try this quick, crunchy, meatless one-dish meal.
Try this delicious recipe!Go Red for Women Experience
As Go Red celebrates 20 years of making an impact, the American Heart Association celebrates 100 years of bold moves to save lives and pioneer scientific discoveries. The Go Red for Women event experience focuses on connection and engagement - fostering an atmosphere of interaction and networking at every turn. It’s important to recognize how far we’ve come – and how much we can still accomplish.
Find out how you can get involvedJoin 100 Ways In 100 Days
To celebrate our 100-year anniversary, we have a gift for you! Join our FREE, exclusive program to get an email each week for the next 100 days providing you with valuable health tips on eating better, moving more, and improving overall wellbeing.
Make 2024 your best year yet! Join now.
Events in Your Area
Go Red Women in Healthcare and Science Scholarship
Apply by March 31Puget Sound Hard Hats with Heart
Location: The Shop
Date: Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 06:00 PM
Learn MorePuget Sound Heart and Stroke Walk - Seattle
Location: Seattle Center
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 08:30 AM
RegisterPuget Sound Heart and Stroke Walk - Tacoma
Location: Cheney Stadium
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024 - 08:30 AM
RegisterIn Your Community
As a relentless force for longer, healthier lives, the American Heart Association Washington team joins forces with local organizations and clinics to advocate for and increase health equity.
Our collective efforts address pervasive drivers of health disparities, including discrimination and inadequate access to nutrition and quality health care. This work helps equip communities with the systems, resources and health education to achieve optimal heart health.
Throughout Washington State, our efforts to create avenues for greater access to care, increase access to nutritious, culturally relevant foods, develop blood pressure self-measuring programs and tobacco and e-cigarette education and prevention have impacted the lives of millions of Washingtonians. The pursuit of health equity requires listening, collaboration and coordination. We continue to evolve our efforts as we learn from volunteers, supporters and partners to best support our community.
What did donors and volunteers like you help us accomplish during our last fiscal year? Check out our Community Impact Year in Review to see the amazing impact of your donations.
Explore our full report highlighting our goals and impact priorities to improve the health of Puget Sound.
Advocacy has held a mission-critical role in the Association's work for more than 40 years. Our legislative priorities at the local, state and federal levels support the enactment of evidence-based public policies, systems and environmental changes that lead to longer, healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease. Our efforts in Washington communities are focused on five major policy areas. Our advocacy priorities are: Tobacco Free, Quality Systems of Care, Healthy Eating, Active Living and Access to Care. You can support our efforts by joining our You’re The Cure network of volunteer advocates at yourethecure.org.
Learning your child has a heart defect can be an uncertain and scary time for a family. According to studies in 2010 and 2011, an estimated minimum of 40,000 infants are expected to be affected by congenital cardiovascular defects each year in the United States. Your family is not alone. The American Heart Association is investing in research to further our understanding of CHDs and supporting families like yours who are caring for a young heart patient. Our Heart to Heart: CHD Resources page for WA Families and Caregivers has more information.
Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to save a life in a cardiac arrest emergency. Learn the two simple steps of Hands-Only CPR and visit cpr.heart.org to find a local training center or course that meets your certification needs
Board Chair
Bill Robertson
CEO
MultiCare Health System
Board President
Dr. Shahriar Heidary
Cardiologist
Sea Mar Community Health Centers
Members
Chad Brown
Founder CEO
CommEx Advisors
Don Coleman
Vice President
Costco
Dr. Ruchi Kapoor
Cardiologist
UW
David Lundgren
Executive Division Director
Center for Neuroscience & Spine
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Troy Stedman
President & CEO
Abbott Construction
Claire Verity
Market President
Regence BlueShield
Dr. Susie Woo
Cardiologist
Virginia Mason
Carrie Miceli
Eagle Hill Consulting
Commercial Industry Leader
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