American Heart Association Tarrant County
Tarrant County
A relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.
Fight the No. 1 Cause of Cardiovascular Disease
One way your gift helps save lives is through healthy eating programs, since poor nutrition is a leading cause of cardiovascular disease.
Landmark Vaping Resolution Passes in Fort Worth
In January 2020, the city of Fort Worth and the Fort Worth Independent School District unanimously passed anti-vaping resolutions to strengthen tobacco policies, as more than 5 million children and teens nationwide are now using e-cigarettes. While e-cigarette vapor may have fewer toxic substances than cigarette smoke, e-cig users are still exposed to nicotine as well as toxins, metals and contaminants.
The American Heart Association is leading community dialogue sessions across the country to bring students, parents, legislators, educators, community members and health organizations together to shed light on this issue, connect school districts with innovative tools to address e-cigarette usage, and make a local plan to fight this rapidly growing epidemic.
Mental Health
Feelings of stress, anxiety, uneasiness and lack of sleep can make it difficult to function normally. Mental health and physical health are closely linked, so finding ways to combat and manage stress in the (virtual) workplace and exercise while working remotely.
Move More
Take time to switch up our workout regimen, which can help to boost our immune system, help relieve mental stress and improve overall health. Here is a quick easy way to create an At-Home Circuit Workout. Do each exercise in short bursts and repeat the circuit two to three times.
Eat Healthy
We know that many of you may be cooking more at home right now. While some may find the thought of cooking stressful, making healthy meals is a great way to protect your heart. The American Heart Association has resources to fit all skillsets starting with how to cook healthier at home. For those wishing to improve their abilities, there’s an entire section dedicated to cooking techniques.
Advocate for Heart Health
You're the Cure is working within our community to empower citizens to take informed action on local and state policies, and champion policies and laws that help people avoid unhealthy practices and create safer communities. Our advocates are addressing critical healthcare concerns by advocating for policies that can improve access and boost the quality and value of care.
Making Our Community Healthier
To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, the American Heart Association provides resources for corporate and community events such as health fairs, lunch & learns, Hands-Only CPR education and more.
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Contact Us
2630 West Freeway, Suite 250
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: (817) 698-5400
